Balcony Railing with Cast Rosette c. 1940

Raymond Neumann made this drawing of a "Balcony Railing with Cast Rosette" with what looks like graphite on paper. It’s kind of technical, but softened by the artist’s hand. I like how the repeated lines and shapes give it this airy, open feel. You can really see the texture of the graphite, especially around the rosette in the center. It's smudgy and soft, almost like he’s trying to capture the way light hits the metal. The rosette is where the artist’s touch is most evident. It’s not just a flat, geometric shape; it has a subtle depth and a kind of delicate beauty. The drawing reminds me of those architectural renderings you see in old books, but with a human quality that’s really charming. It’s like a conversation between the artist, the materials, and the object. There’s no real right or wrong way to look at it, just an invitation to slow down and appreciate the artist's eye.