Lantern

c. 1937

Albert Eyth

Associated Names
Albert Eyth

Artist, American, c. 1890 - 1955

The image shows a vintage lantern with a metallic frame and a glass enclosure, featuring a rounded handle at the top. The colors are primarily shades of brown, with highlights and shadows enhancing the metallic details. The lantern stands upright, with the handle forming an arch above the top. The glass component is centrally encased, held together by a wireframe structure, while the base of the lantern expands slightly outward providing stability.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.5 x 28.1 cm (14 x 11 1/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 11" high; 4 3/4" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.12935

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64533800

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