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Oil Lamp

c. 1940

Alvin J. Doria

Associated Names

Alvin J. Doria

Artist, American, 1899 - 1977

The sculpture is a modern abstract piece featuring a tall, thin vertical element with a small hook at the top and a flat, rounded shape attached to the middle. The base of the sculpture is wide and flat with a pointed end. The entire sculpture is crafted from metal and has a dark, rusty brown color. The piece stands upright and appears to be minimalist in design.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, pen and ink, and goauche on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 44.7 x 36.9 cm (17 5/8 x 14 1/2 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.12366

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: Al Doria

Wikidata ID

Q64534670

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