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Betty Lamp

Albert Rudin

National Gallery of Art

A metal oil lamp with an elongated thin support structure above it, capped with a small hook at the top and an ornate, curved spout extending to the side. The color palette is primarily warm brown tones, emphasizing the metallic nature of the object. The lamp is centrally positioned against a plain, light background, which highlights its intricate design and details.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1940
Medium
watercolor and pen and ink on paper
Dimensions
3248 × 3939 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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