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Cast Iron Bank: Merry go Round

Sarkis Erganian

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a small carousel-like object with a domed top and intricate cut-out designs featuring figures. It has a color palette of muted browns, grays, and hints of red, giving it a metallic appearance. The object is centered on a light-colored background, with the base slightly smaller than the top, and it is placed on an ornate stand.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1940
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3401 × 4179 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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