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Spur

Cornelius Christoffels

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a mechanical or abstract object featuring a complex design with interlocking parts. The image depicts an object that appears to be constructed of dark metallic components, including two curved limbs joined by a central body, with one end featuring a star-like structure with multiple spokes. The object appears to be floating against an off-white background. The drawing is characterized by its attention to detail and the realistic shading used to create a three-dimensional effect. The simplicity of the background contrasts with the complex form of the object.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1941
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paper
Dimensions
4613 × 3454 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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