Carnegie Corporation AshtrayPaul Manship · 1927
Art Deco
1927
Paul Manship (1885 – 1966)
Paul Manship (1885-1966) was a leading American sculptor of the Art Deco movement, renowned for his classical style & mythological themes. Famous for Rockefeller Center's Prometheus and monuments honoring both World Wars. Explore his elegant works!
About this artwork
- Title: Carnegie Corporation Ashtray
- Artist: Paul Manship
- Year: 1927
- Format: Landscape
- Copyright status: Under copyright
- Creative period: Mature Period
- Corpus context: classical antiquity influence, corporate patronage theme
- Keywords: 1927 artwork, carnegie ashtray, classical sculpture
- Color intensity: Monochromatic
- Perceived brightness: deep_shadow
Questions & Answers
How old was Paul Manship when creating "Carnegie Corporation Ashtray" in 1927?
Paul Manship made "Carnegie Corporation Ashtray" at the age of 42. The artist was born in 1885 and the work is dated 1927.
What is "Carnegie Corporation Ashtray" about?
The subjects of "Carnegie Corporation Ashtray" are mythological art, classical sculpture, pegasus symbolism, art deco design, relief artwork, heraldic imagery, winged horse motif.
How is the color composition of "Carnegie Corporation Ashtray" by Paul Manship built?
In "Carnegie Corporation Ashtray", a bold contrast is paired with a strong color unity harmony.
What is the creation date of "Carnegie Corporation Ashtray" by Paul Manship?
"Carnegie Corporation Ashtray" dates from 1927. The date places the work within Paul Manship's career and its era.
Are the colors of "Carnegie Corporation Ashtray" by Paul Manship vivid or muted?
The color of "Carnegie Corporation Ashtray" is muted in saturation and monochromatic in intensity.
What does the 1927 date of "Carnegie Corporation Ashtray" correspond to in Paul Manship's career?
"Carnegie Corporation Ashtray", created in 1927, belongs to the Mature Period of Paul Manship's career.
Who is the artist behind "Carnegie Corporation Ashtray"?
The artist behind "Carnegie Corporation Ashtray" is Paul Manship. The work is catalogued under Paul Manship's name.