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Horn Lantern

c. 1939

Dolores A. Haupt

Associated Names

Dolores A. Haupt

Artist, American, 1915 - 2001

This is an image of a candle lantern. The lantern is made of dark metal with two cylindrical glass sections. It features ornate detailing, including a fluted design around the top and an arched handle at the very top. The metal sections have a textured finish, giving the impression of age or patina.

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Artwork overview

Medium

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

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 50.9 x 40.3 cm (20 1/16 x 15 7/8 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.12442

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: Delores A. Haupt.

Wikidata ID

Q64541051

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