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Bootjack

Albert Geuppert

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an ornate metallic object. The object has an elongated form with intricate detailing on its surface resembling small swirl or floral patterns. It is adorned with multiple protruding elements on its sides. These elements are symmetrically arranged. The lower part of the object has two curved extensions resembling legs. The object is rendered in a monochromatic palette, showcasing shading and detail to bring out the metallic nature and three-dimensionality.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1937
Medium
watercolor, pen and ink, and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3441 × 4417 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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