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Shoe Buckles

John Dieterich

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a design schematic featuring three views of an architectural or mechanical object. The main subject of the drawing is a stylized, symmetrical design that appears to be a part of a larger structure or device. The top view is rendered in color, showing intricate detailing and a series of lines suggesting depth and form, whereas the two views below it are sketched in pencil, providing a simpler outline of the form. The drawing is likely technical, focusing on the precision and proportions of the design. The clean lines and monochrome palette emphasize the geometric aspects of the objects presented.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and goauche on paperboard
Dimensions
3458 × 4485 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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