This is a drawing of mechanical or architectural sketches on aged paper. Various line drawings, shapes, and notations are present throughout the image. The upper left corner contains a flame-like figure, while the top center shows a dome shape with a spout. Horizontal and vertical lines intersect on the page, and there are additional light sketches and hatchings for shading. The simple lines and smudged shading suggest an early conceptual design phase.
Artwork Details
- Date
- probably c. 1854
- Medium
- graphite on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 2854 × 5090 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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