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Whale Oil Lamp

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Whale Oil Lamp by an unknown artist features a clear glass lamp with a conical-shaped body that tapers towards the top. The lamp has a wide, flat base and a short stem with ornate details in the middle. A small, circular metal piece with two small black protrusions sits atop the glass. The lamp appears to be made of transparent glass. The background is a plain white surface with a subtle gradient.

Artwork Details

Date
1830–50
Medium
Pressed and free-blown lead glass
Dimensions
415 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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