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Portable Whale Oil Lamp

c. 1938

James M. Lawson

Associated Names

James M. Lawson

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a metallic oil lamp with a cylindrical body, circular base, drip tray, and a handle loop extending out to the left side. The object is rendered in silver and gray tones with patches of rust, set against a light beige background.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 30.5 x 23 cm (12 x 9 1/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.16547

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64580513

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