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Candle Shade

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image is a black and white photo of a clear glass vase. The vase is tall and slender, with a flared mouth and a narrow base. The body of the vase is curved and tapered. It has a smooth, shiny surface that reflects light. The base of the vase is circular. There are numbers printed on the base of the vase: "11 60 123." The background is a plain gray wall. The image title is "Candle Shade" by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
1770–1800
Medium
Free-blown glass
Culture
American
Dimensions
309 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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