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Hanging Light

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dark-colored glass light fixture titled "Hanging Light" by an unknown artist. The fixture is rounded, wider at the top than at the bottom. The top edge is smooth and glossy. The glass has a diamond-shaped etched pattern and appears to have a slightly reflective surface. The background is light gray with a shadow underneath.

Artwork details

Date:
1780–1825
Medium:
Blown pattern-molded blue glass
Culture:
American or British
Dimensions:
568 × 625 px
Museum record:
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