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Branding Iron

Alfonso Moreno

National Gallery of Art

A large, iron latch or hinge with a pointed end is displayed in the center of the image. The color palette is primarily composed of muted browns and grays, indicative of aged metal, set against a light, cream-colored background. Positioned in the middle of the composition, the latch is oriented horizontally, with the pointed end extending towards the right. The background is mostly empty, with some minimal, scattered spots and stains across the surface. The artist's signature and date are located at the bottom-right corner of the image.

Artwork Details

Date
1938
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3428 × 4377 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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