Ornamental Iron Griffon 1935 - 1942

This detailed drawing by American artist Harriette Gale depicts an Ornamental Iron Griffon. Created between 1935-1942, the work showcases the artist's meticulous attention to detail. The griffon, a mythical creature with the head and forelegs of a lion and the wings and tail of an eagle, is rendered in a realistic style, highlighting the intricate ironwork of its form. The drawing, likely a study for a larger sculpture, captures the graceful strength and imposing presence of this powerful creature, a common symbol of guardianship and strength in medieval art.