Ornamental Oil Lamp

c. 1940

Joseph L. Boyd

Associated Names
Joseph L. Boyd

Artist, American, c. 1907 - unknown

The image shows an ornate classical-style urn with a lid and handles. It features intricate relief sculptures of figures and detailed patterns in bronze, gold, and hints of turquoise. The urn is centrally positioned against a plain, light background, with handles extending outward and a finial on the lid.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 44.8 x 36.7 cm (17 5/8 x 14 7/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.12511

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: J.L. Boyd

Wikidata ID

Q64591258

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