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Cast Iron Balcony Rail

Ray Price

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an ornate wrought iron balcony railing. The drawing features a detailed depiction of a balcony with a series of vertical, intricately designed iron balusters that resemble stylized floral or acanthus leaf patterns. The railing is seen against a backdrop of a rectangular window with a simple grid of panes. The floor of the balcony is drawn with parallel lines suggesting wooden planks. The artwork is created with precise lines and shading, indicating a focus on the structural and decorative aspects of architectural design. The drawing is presented in a monochrome palette that emphasizes the intricacy of the ironwork detail.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
pen and ink on paper
Dimensions
4513 × 3399 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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