Artwork preview

Spur

Raymond E. Noble

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicted features a form resembling a mechanical object or tool. It has a spherical component attached to a long, semi-cylindrical body. From one end of the body, multiple rod-like projections extend outward in a radial pattern. The surface of the sculpture is adorned with intricate designs, adding texture. The sculpture is crafted from a dark, metallic material, possibly bronze or a similar alloy, with a matte finish. The tonal variations of the material accentuate its three-dimensional form. The sculpture is set against a plain backdrop.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1940
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper
Dimensions
4613 × 3421 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
View original