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Candle Holder

1935/1942

American 20th Century

Associated Names

American 20th Century

Artist

The image features concentric circles with zigzag patterns radiating outward. Surrounding this central motif are symmetrical, stylized shapes resembling birds in shades of purple. The bird-like forms extend outward, along with shapes resembling vases or pedestal bases at the top and bottom of the image.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 35.5 x 24.2 cm (14 x 9 1/2 in.)
Original IAD Object: 13" in diamter
Accession Number

1943.8.14806

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: WM / BURNS

Wikidata ID

Q64535166

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