Ornamental Iron (c. 1936) — Gilbert Sackerman
Scrolls, spears, and geometry in perfect conversation. This refined design plate from the mid-1930s celebrates the craft of wrought and cast iron—volutes, arabesques, floriated terminals, and lattice motifs arranged with crisp, architectural poise. It’s Art-Deco elegance you can hang: disciplined linework, timeless pattern, instant polish for any space.
Why it captivates
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Design pedigree — classic ornamental ironwork rendered with draughtsman precision.
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Art-Deco/Moderne flair — bold symmetry and stylised botanicals that feel both historic and fresh.
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Monochrome chic — black-on-light plate that suits contemporary and heritage interiors alike.
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Conversation starter — where architecture, craft, and pattern meet.
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Versatile placement — perfect above a console, in a hallway, studio, or study.
What you’ll see
A curated spread of grilles, balustrade panels, finials, rosettes, and scrollwork—each item meticulously inked with even weights, measured curves, and tidy captions. The page reads like a master sheet from a 1930s workshop: order, rhythm, and ornament distilled.
A richer historical frame
The 1930s saw ornamental metalwork translate the era’s taste for streamlined geometry and stylised flora into gates, balconies, and stair rails. Plates like Sackerman’s bridged atelier and industry—pattern books and presentation drawings that guided fabricators while delighting architects and clients with their graphic grace.
Choose your finish
🌟 Heavyweight Paper (160 gsm matte)
Archival-grade, smooth matte stock ideal for framing under glass. Crisp linework, minimal glare.
💎 Laminated (True Encapsulation)
Sealed in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate, edge-to-edge. Durable, wipe-clean—great for busy spaces.
🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails (Ready to hang)
Lacquered natural timber rails with fitted hanging cord; no frame required.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.
🏆 Archival Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte)
Museum-quality texture with pigment-based, fade-resistant inks for rich tone and fine detail.
🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails (Gallery-ready)
As above, supplied with lacquered natural timber rails and hanging cord.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.
Size (W × H)
600 × 841 mm (approx. 23.62 × 33.11 in)
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Orientation: Portrait
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Aspect ratio: ~5 : 7
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Framing tips:
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Prefer A-sizes? We can supply an A1-friendly 594 × 841 mm version on request.
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Or use a 70 × 100 cm frame with a custom mat window cut to ~596 × 837 mm (2–3 mm overlap).
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Contemporary look: float-mount to showcase the plate border and create a clean shadow gap.
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Custom sizing: Available on request (alternative aspect ratios or added white border).
Specifications
| Feature | Details |
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| Title | Ornamental Iron |
| Artist | Gilbert Sackerman |
| Date | c. 1936 |
| Historical Context | Mid-century architectural pattern plate; Art-Deco/Moderne motifs |
| Print Size | 600 mm (W) × 841 mm (H) |
| Available Finishes | Paper, Laminated, Laminated + Timber Hang Rails, Canvas, Canvas + Timber Hang Rails |
| Paper Weight | 160 gsm archival matte |
| Laminate | 2 × 80-micron gloss (true encapsulation) |
| Canvas Weight | 395 gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas |
| Inks | Pigment-based, fade-resistant |
| Optional Hang Rails | Natural timber, lacquered; fitted hanging cord (allow up to 10 working days) |
| Origin | Printed in Australia |
Who it’s for
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Architects & designers who love crisp pattern and proportion
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Stylists curating refined, monochrome statements
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Collectors of decorative-arts plates and architectural drawings
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Gift-givers after something elegant and enduring
Our Commitment
Every print is produced locally in Australia on premium substrates with careful colour management, then checked and packed by hand so it arrives ready to impress. From studio to wall, we stand behind the craftsmanship and historical integrity of your piece.
Add a note of Deco discipline to your space—order your Ornamental Iron print today.
