Silver Candle Snuffer

c. 1936

Michael Fenga

Associated Names
Michael Fenga

Artist, American, 1914 - unknown

The image shows a drawing of a scissor-like tool and another apparatus. The tool has ornate handles and intricate design patterns, taking up the upper half of the image. The second object is flatter with a broad base and small pedestal-like feet positioned below the tool. The color palette is monochromatic with shades of gray. The scissor-like tool is displayed horizontally with the handles on the right side, while the second object extends horizontally beneath it. A signature, "Michael Fengs," is in the lower-right corner of the drawing.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 22.6 x 29.3 cm (8 7/8 x 11 9/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 6 5/8" long; 2 1/4" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.13904


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Michael Fenga

Wikidata ID

Q64614534

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