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Candlestick

John Dana

National Gallery of Art

The image features a detailed drawing of a glass object, which appears to be a candlestick holder. It has a broad base with intricate patterns, a segmented stem, and a wide flared top. The color palette is primarily shades of gray, emphasizing the glass's transparency and reflectiveness. The object is positioned centrally on a neutral, light background, with the base at the lower part and the top at the upper middle of the image.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3521 × 4560 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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