Pewter Lamp

c. 1941

Sydney Roberts

Associated Names
Sydney Roberts

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a drawing of an antique oil lamp and its reflector. The oil lamp has an elevated base and handle, positioned centrally with its spout pointing to the right. A concave reflector, slightly tilted to show its interior side, is located on the right. The color scheme is various shades of gray, creating a monochromatic look. The objects are presented against a plain background, emphasizing their detailed rendering in the foreground.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 36.5 x 29.1 cm (14 3/8 x 11 7/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 12" high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.12346

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: SYD A. ROBERTS.

Wikidata ID

Q64632912

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