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Candlestick

c. 1936

Roberta Elvis

Associated Names

Roberta Elvis

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a sculptural object resembling a fish mounted on a square pedestal. The fish has a curved body and tail, and the color palette includes light blue, grey, and subtle purple hues, giving it a glossy appearance. The fish is positioned centrally on the page, with its tail rising towards the top.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 35.5 x 24.6 cm (14 x 9 11/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.11196

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64629309

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