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Whale Oil Lamp

Bryce, Walker and Company

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Whale Oil Lamp by Bryce, Walker and Company. Clear glass lamp with a wide round base, a narrow stem with decorative ridges and a fluted design on the top half. The top portion is wider and has a metal cap. The lamp is symmetrical and appears to be made of transparent material with a smooth surface. The background is light gray.

Artwork Details

Date
1860–70
Medium
Pressed glass
Culture
American
Dimensions
509 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
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