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(untitled) by Philip Simmons
Photo CreditPhoto courtesy of McKay Lodge Fine Arts Conservation Laboratory, Inc.
(untitled)
Photo CreditPhoto courtesy of McKay Lodge Fine Arts Conservation Laboratory, Inc.

(untitled)

Artist
Year2004
Classification architectural arts
Medium wrought iron
Dimensions88 1/4 x 488 5/8 in. (224.2 x 1241.1 cm)
Credits Commissioned through the Art in Architecture Program
Fine Arts Collection
U.S. General Services Administration
Location
  • Philip Simmons, renowned Charleston blacksmith, designed these wrought iron entrance gates and they were fabricated at the Simmons Blacksmith Shop by his apprentices Joseph Pringle (cousin) and Carlton Simmons (nephew).  The men forged the gates into shape using hammers and an 18th century anvil.

    The design displays the symbolic 'scales of justice' and the state's palmetto tree.  The Simmons signature folded ends and tight curves can be seen throughout the work.