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Broad Axe Head

1938

Herman O. Stroh

Associated Names

Herman O. Stroh

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a large triangular-shaped object with a textured surface, likely made of stone or metal. It is predominantly brown and rust-colored, set against a light background. The object is centrally positioned, with a smooth curve at the bottom and angular lines at the top.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 22.9 x 30.5 cm (9 x 12 in.)
Original IAD Object: 9" high; 12" wide at blade; 5" wide at blade 1 1/2" thick
Accession Number

1943.8.17061

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: Herman O. Stroh . 38

Wikidata ID

Q64574214

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