Binnacle Lamp

1938

Herman O. Stroh

Associated Names
Herman O. Stroh

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image displays a detailed drawing of a vintage wall-mounted lamp. The color palette consists of primarily browns and earthy tones, with hints of a metallic sheen. The lamp is centered in the image, with its base attached to the right side and extending to the left. A subtle shadow and highlights give the lamp a three-dimensional appearance against a plain, light beige background.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 28.1 x 35.8 cm (11 1/16 x 14 1/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 8 1/2" wide; 5 1/2" high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.12565

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Hermann O. Stroh. 38

Wikidata ID

Q64574204

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