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Cast Iron Gate and Fence

Al Curry

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an iron gate and posts. The image depicts an architectural illustration of an ornamental iron gate flanked by two tall, decorative posts, each topped with a streetlamp. In the background, there is a building façade with multiple windows and an ornate balcony railing. The gate and posts are intricately drawn, focusing on the elaborate patterns and designs typical of a gothic or Victorian style. The pavement in the foreground consists of large, square stones. This illustration likely serves as both an artistic depiction and a technical representation of ironwork.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
pen and ink and gouache on paper
Dimensions
3359 × 4361 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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