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Stove

American 20th Century

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture features an ornate, box-like structure mounted on three legs, each ending in a stylized animal paw. The main body of the sculpture is decorated with repeating Gothic arches and circular medallion-like rosettes on its sides, with detailed patterns filling the spaces in between. The material appears to be metallic, likely cast iron, with a monochromatic shade resembling dark gray or black. The object has a circular opening on the top. Its design and animalistic legs give it a decorative and sturdy appearance.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
black and white photograph
Dimensions
2925 × 3659 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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