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Candle Holder

Benjamin Resnick

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture shows a tall, slender figure made of three elongated legs forming a tripod-like structure and a vertical body. At the top is a small, cat-like head with two pointy ears and a chain-like element hanging from its center. The sculpture is crafted from a material suggesting a metallic appearance, possibly iron or steel, with a color resembling aged metal or matte silver. Its design is minimalistic and abstract, creating an impression of lightness and fragility. The sculpture stands upright, with slightly splayed legs, giving it a delicate balance and an airy presence.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1939
Medium
graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
2651 × 5305 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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