Iron Balcony c. 1936

Arelia Arbo's "Iron Balcony" is a graphite drawing on paper created around 1936. It is a detailed study of the ironwork and architecture of a balcony. The artist's focus on the intricate patterns of the iron railing and the simple geometry of the building highlights her interest in structural details. This work is a fine example of Arbo's penchant for architectural subject matter, typical of her long and celebrated artistic career.