Wrought and Cast Iron Gate c. 1936

This Wrought and Cast Iron Gate was made by Al Curry, and it's all about the lines, right? Lines that define not just shape, but also space, and even shadow. The texture here is all implied, created by these meticulous pen strokes. It's almost architectural in its precision. Look at how the bricks are rendered on either side of the gate, each one defined by a series of short, parallel lines. Then, think about the gate itself, how the light catches those delicate curves at the top. Each flourish is carefully delineated. There's a real sense of weight and substance here, even though it's just ink on paper. In a way, Curry reminds me of David Hockney in his graphic style, but with an eye for functional design rather than portraiture. Both are masters of line, each creating worlds with such simple means. Ultimately, it's about how we see, how we translate the world around us into marks and shapes. It's a reminder that art can be found in the everyday, even in something as functional as a street gate.