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Wrought and Cast Iron Gate

Al Curry

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a decorative iron street gate. The drawing depicts a detailed design of a wrought iron gate with an ornate pattern, including scrolls and swirling motifs at both the top panel and throughout the vertical bars of the gate. The gate is positioned between two brick walls at the entrance of a pathway. The top part of the gate is framed with a horizontal cornice. The drawing is labeled "Street Gate" at the bottom left corner. The entire composition is rendered in precise lines, emphasizing the craftsmanship of the wrought iron work and the architectural elements surrounding it.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
pen and ink on paper
Dimensions
3421 × 4672 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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