Who created "Cylinder Pipe Organ"?

Cylinder Pipe Organ was created by Emilio Zito in c. 1940.

When was "Cylinder Pipe Organ" created?

This artwork was created c. 1940.

What medium is "Cylinder Pipe Organ"?

Cylinder Pipe Organ is watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper.

Is "Cylinder Pipe Organ" in the public domain?

Yes, Cylinder Pipe Organ is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

Cylinder Pipe Organ

Emilio Zito

c. 1940

Medium

watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper

Dimensions

overall: 45.9 x 35.6 cm (18 1/16 x 14 in.) Original IAD Object: 32" wide; 65" high

Classification

Index of American Design

Department

CG-W

Museum

National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C.

Credit

Index of American Design

Accession Number

1943.8.12758

Art Historical Context

Behold the *Cylinder Pipe Organ*, a watercolor, graphite, and gouache by Emilio Zito, created around 1940. This detailed artwork, measuring 45.9 x 35.6 cm, depicts an original American folk instrument standing 65 inches high and 32 inches wide—a mechanical marvel likely used for entertainment in homes, fairs, or traveling shows during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Zito's precise lines and vibrant colors bring to life the organ's intricate pipes, cylinders, and ornate decorations, evoking the ingenuity of American craftsmanship. As part of the Index of American Design (IAD), a groundbreak...

Cylinder Pipe Organ

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