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Iron Gate and Fence

Aurelia Arbo

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of an ornate iron gate in front of an architectural structure. The composition features an iron gate with intricate scrollwork and finials atop its vertical bars. Behind the gate is a building with an arched top and a cross detail above the door frame. The painting uses shading to highlight the depth of the gate and the architectural elements. Details of classic architectural features like columns and ornaments are included. The monochromatic palette emphasizes the structural and ornate details. This style resembles architectural or technical illustration, focusing on accuracy and detail.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3495 × 4745 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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