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Candlestick

c. 1936

Arthur Wegg

Associated Names

Arthur Wegg

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a red candle in a metal candlestick holder with a translucent, flower-like design. The color palette consists of red, metallic gray, white, and blue tones. The candlestick holder has flowing curves and supports the candle off-center.

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Artwork overview

Medium

graphite, watercolor, and gouache on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 30 x 22.2 cm (11 13/16 x 8 3/4 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.9112

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64536743

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