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Candlestick

c. 1936

John Dana

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John Dana

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image depicts a detailed illustration of a transparent glass candlestick. The color palette includes soft grays and whites. The candlestick has a wide patterned base at the bottom, a narrow stem, and a flared cup at the top. The sketch emphasizes the glass-like translucency and intricate design detail.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, graphite, and goauche on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 29.3 x 22.7 cm (11 9/16 x 8 15/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.11207

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64582315

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