Hierro de marcaje
c. 1942
Elizabeth Johnson's 1942 design captures the rugged utility of the American West with a surprisingly elegant touch. The long, slender handle of the branding iron stretches across the page, ending in a complex, looped head that looks almost like a sculptural object. Below it, a simple, curving line reveals the mark this tool would sear into livestock—a stylized, looping shape that transforms a harsh instrument of ranching into a piece of graphic design. It's a fascinating glimpse into how everyday tools were documented and appreciated for their form during the mid-20th century.
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