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Camphene Lamp

c. 1940

Christabel Scrymser

Associated Names

Christabel Scrymser

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image features a metallic object resembling an old-fashioned oil can with a spout, handle, and a round, tiered base. The object is brass or copper-colored with shades of gold, brown, and hints of green. It is situated on a light beige background, isolated to emphasize its texture and form.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 35.6 x 25 cm (14 x 9 13/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.12491

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: CHRISTABEL SCRYMSER

Wikidata ID

Q64539913

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