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Quillwork Sconce

Eunice Deering

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Rectangular sconce with a quillwork design. The sconce has a long, thin candleholder protruding from the bottom center. The quillwork design features a raised floral pattern with leaves and flowers. The sconce has a decorative border around the quillwork design. The top of the sconce has a curved handle-like design. The sconce is set against a plain background. The image is in black and white. The sconce is by Eunice Deering and is titled "Quillwork Sconce".

Artwork details

Date:
1720–40
Medium:
Paper, glass, shells, silver, copper wire
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
409 × 624 px
Museum record:
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