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Hand Iron, c. 1938. Creator: Robert Rigsby
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Hand Iron, c. 1938. Creator: Robert Rigsby
Hand Iron, c. 1938
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This hand iron print, titled "Hand Iron" and created by American artist Robert Rigsby in 1938, offers a unique glimpse into the domestic landscape of the 1930s and 1940s. The artwork, which measures approximately 11 x 14 inches, is a watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil rendering on paperboard. The iron, a quintessential household appliance, is depicted in a thoughtful and artful way, elevating it from its mundane function to a decorative and even poetic object. Rigsby's use of color and composition imbues the iron with a sense of nostalgia and charm. The iron's red handle and blue-grey body are rendered with meticulous detail, while the background is kept simple, allowing the iron to take center stage. The iron's shape and texture are captured with a level of realism that belies its artistic presentation. The iron, a common sight in American households during the 1930s and 1940s, was an essential tool for pressing clothes and maintaining a well-presented appearance. This print serves as a reminder of the role of functional objects in our daily lives and the potential for art to transform the ordinary into the extraordinary. Rigsby's "Hand Iron" is part of the Index of American Design, a comprehensive catalog of American decorative arts and crafts from the Colonial period to the 1940s, housed at the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. This print is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of American art and the enduring appeal of the objects that shape our lives.
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