Cast Iron Balcony Rail
c. 1936
Medium
pen and ink and watercolor on paper
Dimensions
overall: 22.9 x 30.5 cm (9 x 12 in.)
Classification
Index of American Design
Department
CG-W
Museum
National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C.
Credit
Index of American Design
Accession Number
1943.8.11707
Art Historical Context
Step into the intricate world of American craftsmanship with *Cast Iron Balcony Rail*, a captivating rendering by artist Al Curry from around 1936. Created using pen and ink with watercolor on paper (measuring 9 x 12 inches), this work belongs to the esteemed Index of American Design, a treasure trove housed in the National Gallery of Art's CG-W Department. Curry's precise lines and delicate washes beautifully capture the ornate curves and floral motifs typical of cast iron architectural elements, evoking the elegance of 19th-century balconies that adorned homes across the United States. The ...
About the Artist
Al Curry
**Al Curry** (American, active c. 1935) was a skilled draftsman whose precise renderings captured the essence of American folk art and vernacular craftsmanship during the Great Depression era. Little is known about his early life or formal training, as biographical details remain sparsely documented. Curry gained prominence through his contributions to the Index of American Design, a Federal Art P...