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Betty Lamp

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white image of Betty Lamp. Metal object with a long handle attached to a small bowl-like structure. The handle is thin and straight with a hook at the top. A thin metal wire runs from the handle, through a loop on the side of the bowl, and down to the bottom. The bowl is made of thick metal and has a flat bottom and slightly curved sides. A thin metal piece covers part of the top. The background is a light gray color.

Artwork details

Date:
1725–75
Medium:
Iron
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
410 × 624 px
Museum record:
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