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Flatiron

American 20th Century

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is of an iron, a household item used for ironing clothes. It appears to be made of metal, with a solid, unpolished texture and a metallic sheen. The color is a dark, aged metal hue similar to cast iron. The iron has a traditional shape with a flat base and a rounded handle. The sculpture depicts a recognizable object with a slightly rough surface, suggesting it is more artistic than functional. The design is simplistic, focusing on the utilitarian form of the item.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
black and white photograph
Dimensions
3436 × 4644 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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