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Gas Lamp

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a gas lamp by an unknown artist. The lamp has a gold-colored metal base with ornate designs and three arms extending from it. Each arm holds a clear glass shade with a wide base that narrows to a small opening at the top. The shades have a wavy pattern etched into them. The lamp also features numerous clear crystals hanging from it, adding to its ornate appearance. The background of the image is a gradient of dark blue at the top and light blue at the bottom.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1855
Medium:
Gilt bronze, glass
Dimensions:
413 × 624 px
Museum record:
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