Wood and Tin Chandelier

c. 1937

George Constantine

Associated Names
George Constantine

Artist, American, c. 1895 - 1995

This is a drawing of a chandelier with multiple arms. It features a central column with an ornate, bulbous design, and multiple thin, curved arms extending outwards from it. Each arm supports a light fixture, depicted as a translucent, flowering glass or crystal shade. The rendering is detailed, with the emphasis on the light fixtures' delicate and intricate design. The colors are soft, with warm tones for the body of the chandelier and cooler tones for the shades, giving the drawing a harmonious appearance. The background is plain to emphasize the chandelier's elegant and ornate structure.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 28.2 x 37.9 cm (11 1/8 x 14 15/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 21" high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.9401


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64571322

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