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Wood and Tin Chandelier

George Constantine

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a chandelier with multiple arms. It features a central column with an ornate, bulbous design, and multiple thin, curved arms extending outwards from it. Each arm supports a light fixture, depicted as a translucent, flowering glass or crystal shade. The rendering is detailed, with the emphasis on the light fixtures' delicate and intricate design. The colors are soft, with warm tones for the body of the chandelier and cooler tones for the shades, giving the drawing a harmonious appearance. The background is plain to emphasize the chandelier's elegant and ornate structure.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1937
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
4602 × 3488 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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