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Pennsylvania Fat Lamp

c. 1941

Helen Hobart

Associated Names

Helen Hobart

Artist, American, c. 1892 - unknown

The image shows a large, metal, three-legged stand with a cylindrical container on top, set against a light beige background. The stand and container are placed centrally on the ground, with the legs extending outward for balance.

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Artwork overview

Medium

graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 36.9 x 27.8 cm (14 1/2 x 10 15/16 in.)
Original IAD Object: 8" high; 4 3/8" wide
Accession Number

1943.8.12501

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: HELEN HOBART

Wikidata ID

Q64573494

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