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Candy Ladle

William Ludwig

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a large copper saucepan with a long, cylindrical handle attached at the side. The dominant color is a warm copper tone, complemented by subtle gradients of brown and hints of greenish patina. The saucepan is positioned in the center of the image, with the handle extending towards the lower left corner. The light appears to be coming from the top left, casting subtle shadows and highlighting the textures and curves of the metal.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1938
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
4725 × 3120 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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