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Candle Holder

1935/1942

William Hoffman

Associated Names

William Hoffman

Artist, American, born Poland, 1883 - unknown

The image depicts a tall, arch-shaped structure with a rounded top, resembling a niche. Within the structure is a large candle or cylindrical object with two protruding wicks. The drawing features black lines on a beige or off-white background, typical of a pen or ink illustration. A small loop or ring is hanging from the top center of the alcove.

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Artwork overview

Medium

pen and ink on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 28.8 x 20.1 cm (11 5/16 x 7 15/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.14805

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower center in black ink: CASA ADOBE WM HOFFMAN

Wikidata ID

Q64637437

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