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Cast Iron Balcony Rail

Thomas Byrne

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a detailed drawing of an ornate balcony or railing design. Vertical spiraled balusters with decorative arches and ornaments adorn the top. Behind the railing are horizontal lines indicating shutters. The drawing includes measurements, suggesting it is an architectural illustration. The style is ornamental, symmetric, and detailed, characteristic of classical architectural designs.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
pen and ink, graphite, and gouache on paper
Dimensions
3483 × 4622 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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