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Trivet

Wellington Blewett

National Gallery of Art

This is a photograph of a decorative metal object and a small ledge. The image shows a uniquely shaped piece of metal featuring an arched design with a perforated pattern of circles surrounding a central, symmetrical vase-like motif. Below this piece is a simple, horizontal rectangular ledge with two cylindrical supports extending from the bottom. The overall composition is minimalistic, highlighting the crafted texture and ornate detail of the metallic design against a plain background.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1939
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper
Dimensions
3371 × 4263 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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