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Tin Lantern

c. 1941

David S. De Vault

Associated Names

David S. De Vault

Artist, American, 1876 - 1963

The image shows a metallic lantern with a conical top and cylindrical body adorned with intricate cut-out patterns in reddish-brown and black against a neutral, beige background. The lantern has a circular handle at the top and the cut-out design showcases detailed craftsmanship. In the bottom right corner, there is text that reads "David S. De Houd."

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, goauche, and graphite on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 35.5 x 26.7 cm (14 x 10 1/2 in.)
Original IAD Object: 5" in diameter; 14" high
Accession Number

1943.8.12205

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: David S. DeVault

Wikidata ID

Q64540914

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