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Grease Lamp

Robert W.R. Taylor

National Gallery of Art

The image shows an ornate object resembling an ancient oil lamp with a tall, decorative flame-like element rising from its handle. The color palette includes muted shades such as browns, grays, and subtle hints of green on the metallic surface. The lamp is centered on a plain, light-colored background, with the spout extending to the right and the embellished section extending upwards.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3428 × 4462 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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