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Whale Oil Lamp

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Whale Oil Lamp by artist is a clear glass teapot-shaped lamp with a handle on the left side and a small metal knob on the lid. The handle is attached to the body with a small clear glass loop. The lid is metal with a small knob on top. The body of the lamp is rounded with a flat bottom. The background is a gradient of light gray to white.

Artwork Details

Date
1825–45
Medium
Pressed and free-blown lead glass
Dimensions
415 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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