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Camphene Lamp

1935/1942

Don Pingatore

Associated Names

Don Pingatore

Artist, American, active c. 1935 - or 1942

The image depicts a clear glass oil can with a brass lid and spout, set against a muted, off-white background. The can is tilted slightly to the left, with the brass chain and spout extending upward. The handle is located on the right side of the can.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 24 x 27.8 cm (9 7/16 x 10 15/16 in.)
Original IAD Object: 4 5/8" high; 2 5/8" wide
Accession Number

1943.8.12482

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64541089

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