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Quillwork Sconce

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white photo of a sconce titled "Quillwork Sconce" by an unknown artist. The sconce is rectangular with a decorative top. The top has a repeating pattern resembling a leaf or a heart with two curved lines on each side. Hanging down from the top are two thin wires. The sconce has a raised design with a vase at the bottom and flowers and leaves extending up from it. The sconce is hanging on a wall with shadows visible on either side.

Artwork Details

Date
1825–50
Medium
Paper, mica, wire
Dimensions
430 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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