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Drawknife

Gilbert Boese

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a wooden-handled knife with a horse-head design. The image showcases a detailed illustration of a knife with a handle shaped like a horse's head. The blade is slightly curved and made of metal. There are two other sketches on the sheet, one in the upper left corner showing a front view outline, and another in the lower right corner showing a side view outline. The drawing highlights the unique handle design of the knife, emphasizing its craftsmanship and form.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1937
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
4456 × 3242 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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