Wall Sconce

1935/1942

Francis Law Durand

Associated Names
Francis Law Durand

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a technical drawing of a wall-mounted candle holder design. The illustration shows detailed features of the sconce, including a large backplate with a central circular dish for holding a candle. Shaded areas add depth to the contours, with additional views and details at the bottom, such as a side profile and a close-up of the mounting system. The design is presented within a rectangular frame with labeled measurements and the name "Francis Law Durand" at the bottom right.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite and pen and ink on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 28 x 22.9 cm (11 x 9 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 20" high; 9 1/2" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.12904

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: FRANCIS LAW DURAND

Wikidata ID

Q64562768

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