Sperm Oil Lamp

c. 1935

Hans Mangelsdorf

Associated Names
Hans Mangelsdorf

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This image shows a brass-colored watering can with an elongated spout and a handle as the central focus. The color palette includes shades of brass, gold, green, and darker accents for depth. The watering can is placed in the center, with its spout extending to the right, round base and handle on the left, and a vertical rod with a flowing ribbon-like element extending upwards from the middle-top area.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 28.9 x 22.5 cm (11 3/8 x 8 7/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.12493

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64538327

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