Alexander Calder's Sculpture, "Stegosaurus" outside Calder's Studio in Roxbury, Connecticut
ArtistDrawn by
Richard Welling
American, 1926 - 2009
Date1972
MediumDrawing; black ink on paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 13 7/8 x 16 3/8in. (35.2 x 41.6cm)
Sheet (height x width): 13 7/8 x 16 3/8in. (35.2 x 41.6cm)
Sheet (height x width): 13 7/8 x 16 3/8in. (35.2 x 41.6cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineGift of the Richard Welling Family
DescriptionDrawing of what appears to be the assembly of Alexander Calder's sculpture, "Stegosaurus." The sculpture fills most of the frame, with the arm of a heavy machine in front of it with the words "Segre's Iron" on it. In the background is another sculpture similar to "Stegosaurus." Behind the two sculptures are parked automobiles and trees.
Object number2012.284.5352
MarkingsVerso, bottom right, stamped in gray ink: "The Estate of / RICHARD / WELLING" [in box]InscribedRecto, bottom left, handwritten in black ink: "11/21/72"NotesSubject Note: The drawing probably depicts Calder's sculpture outside his studio in Roxbury, Connecticut prior to its transportation to Hartford and its installation between the Wadsworth Atheneum and City Hall. The sculpture was dedicated on October 10, 1973. (Finlay 3/13/2014)Collections
- Richard Welling Collection
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