Dolphin Candlestick

c. 1935

Ella Josephine Sterling

Associated Names
Ella Josephine Sterling

Artist, American, 1908 - 2006

The image shows a large glass candlestick holder shaped like a fish. It is primarily translucent green with hints of yellow. The color palette includes shades of green, yellow, and subtle hints of blue. The candlestick holder stands upright on a hexagonal base, with the fish's tail curling upward to support the candle holder. The background is an off-white color.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.8 x 24.4 cm (14 1/8 x 9 5/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.11193

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64558971

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