Lantern

c. 1938

Arthur Mathews

Associated Names
Arthur Mathews

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a vintage metal lantern with a large circular handle against a plain backdrop. The lantern is brown with a grid of metal bars and clear glass panels. The color palette includes earthy brown tones and hints of bronze on a light beige background. The lantern is positioned centrally with its handle looped above and casting subtle shadows on the background.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 38.2 x 28 cm (15 1/16 x 11 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 11" high; 4 1/2" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.12252

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Arthur Mathews -

Wikidata ID

Q64536690

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