Frank Wenger

Frank Wenger was an artist active during the years 1935 and 1936, whose known body of work focuses on the detailed documentation of decorative and applied arts. His output is centrally associated with the Index of American Designs, to which he contributed fifteen works.

These designs typically document objects of domestic utility and design, establishing Wenger's significance in preserving records of early to mid-twentieth century American craftsmanship. Five specific examples of the work represented in collections include designs for a Clock, Desk, Settee, Sofa, and Table.

Wenger’s designs and documentation are preserved in major institutional holdings, establishing their museum-quality status for researchers and historians. The National Gallery of Art holds his contributing works to the Index of American Designs. Researchers and enthusiasts often access Frank Wenger prints and drawings, which are frequently available as high-quality prints and studies in the public domain.