Camphene Lamp

1938

Jacob Gielens

Associated Names
Jacob Gielens

Artist, American, born Germany, 1870 - 1946

The image shows a large, conical-shaped metal water kettle with a long handle. The top of the kettle has multiple nozzle-like extensions protruding from the lid, with one having a small chain attached to a stopper or plug. The color palette is primarily gray and brown. The kettle is positioned centrally in the frame with a slight tilt, emphasizing its shape and handle.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.6 x 24.4 cm (14 x 9 5/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 12" high; 4 1/2" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.12368

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower center in graphite: Jacob Gliens 1938

Wikidata ID

Q64579363

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