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Pa. German Flat-iron Stand

Filippo Porreca

National Gallery of Art

This is a technical illustration of a gear. The drawing shows an oval gear with teeth around its outer edge connected to a handle. Two views of the gear are depicted - one from above and another from the side, providing a detailed cross-section of its construction. Each spoke and tooth is shaded to create depth and precision, highlighting the engineering or mechanical applications of the piece. Fine lines and shading suggest texture and material, typical of a technical drawing for engineering purposes.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
4335 × 3432 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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