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Iron Hitching Post

Rose Campbell-Gerke

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a slender, elongated object with ornate carvings, potentially representing a mythical creature or stylized animal. The top part resembles a creature's head with an open mouth, and intricate patterns and textures are carved along its length. The sculpture appears to be made of metal, likely bronze or a similar material, with a greenish-brown patina. The size of the sculpture suggests it might be a decorative object, possibly part of a larger artifact, with a wider, rounded base for stability.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1939
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paperboard
Dimensions
3346 × 4957 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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