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Candlestick

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white photograph of two candlesticks. The candlesticks are on square bases. They have a fish body design with the mouth at the bottom and a hole near the top of the body. The body design curves up and supports a wide, short candlestick holder with a fluted edge. The candlesticks have a shiny finish. The background is plain and light colored. The title is "Candlestick" and the artist is unknown.

Artwork details

Date:
1845–70
Medium:
Pressed opaque blue glass
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
596 × 624 px
Museum record:
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