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Candlestick

Nicholas Amantea

National Gallery of Art

A large blue glass candlestick is centered against a plain, off-white background. The candlestick features a decorative, swirling pattern near the top and a flared base. The base of the candlestick is circular and supports a series of rounded globes that form the stem, leading up to the elaborate design beneath the candle holder. The entire object exhibits a consistent blue-green hue, highlighting its glass texture, with light and shadows suggesting its three-dimensional form. The overall palette is minimal, dominated by the blue hue of the candlestick against the neutral backdrop.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor, colored pencil, and gouache on paperboard
Dimensions
3322 × 4560 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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