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Candlestick

Henry Whitney

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a white candlestick titled "Candlestick" by Henry Whitney. The candlestick is made of white material, likely ceramic or porcelain. The base of the candlestick is an octagon with a stepped design around its edge. The body of the candlestick is a woman wearing a dress. The woman's facial features are not visible. The woman's hands are positioned in front of her body. The candlestick holder is located at the top of the piece. The background of the image is black and gray, transitioning from dark at the top to light at the bottom. The candlestick casts a shadow on the surface it is sitting on.

Artwork details

Date:
1870–75
Medium:
Pressed glass
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
483 × 625 px
Museum record:
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