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Tin Spot Lamp

c. 1939

Andrew Topolosky

Associated Names

Andrew Topolosky

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a vintage lantern with intricate details. It is made of dark metallic material and has a conical top with a circular lens at the front. The lantern is positioned in the center, facing slightly to the right, with the handle visible on the left side. The background is a light beige color.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 38.7 x 28.7 cm (15 1/4 x 11 5/16 in.)
Original IAD Object: 6 3/4" high
Accession Number

1943.8.12229

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: ANDREW / TOPOLOSKY

Wikidata ID

Q64535800

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