Candle Holder

1935/1942

American 20th Century

Associated Names
This is a drawing of a stand with three curved legs and an open-ended holder at the top. The stand appears to be made of a single twisted strand of material, with the base consisting of three arched legs providing support. The vertical shaft is slender and maintains a uniform twist pattern up to the top, where it forms a U-shaped holder or hook. The drawing is minimalistic with fine lines, set against a plain, light background that highlights the simple elegance of the design. The details suggest a utilitarian object with artistic qualities.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    pen and ink on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 54.2 x 25.9 cm (21 5/16 x 10 3/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.12149


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: B.W. /

Wikidata ID

Q64535109

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