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Lantern

George H. Alexander

National Gallery of Art

The image displays a metal and glass lantern with a brownish metallic frame, featuring a square base and a conical top with perforations for ventilation. The color palette consists of muted browns, grays, and some transparent elements in the glass panels. The lantern is positioned centrally in the image, with its base resting on the surface and the handle loop at the top extending upwards.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1940
Medium
watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3247 × 4659 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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