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Garden Gate Latch

J. Peltzman

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of ancient fibulae. The image shows detailed illustrations of decorative brooches or fibulae with intricate designs such as spirals and circular patterns. The larger fibula is drawn at an angle to highlight its elongated structure and ornamentation, while a smaller, simpler fibula is included above with a scale for reference. The shading and line work emphasize the metallic quality and craftsmanship of these ancient objects.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1939
Medium
graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
4190 × 3154 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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