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c. 1936

Florence Huston

Associated Names
Florence Huston

Artist, American, 1893 - 1977

The image depicts a detailed drawing of a lantern with a cylindrical shape and a handle at the top. The lantern features horizontal, concentric circular ridges dominating the central section, along with metal loops on the sides. The color palette is minimal, with black line work on a beige background. The lantern is centrally positioned in the composition, taking up most of the space, and the handle extends near the top edge of the image.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    pen and ink on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 34.4 x 25.3 cm (13 9/16 x 9 15/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 20" high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.12329

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64561814

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