Sconce

c. 1939

Amelia Tuccio

Associated Names
Amelia Tuccio

Artist, American, born Italy, 1904 - 1977

The image shows a metallic, round, shield-like object decorated with a central floral motif and radial patterns. The color palette is primarily gray, with various shades creating a metallic sheen and texture. The object is positioned at an angle, with the bottom edge slightly facing towards the viewer, resting on a simple semi-circular stand. The stand appears connected to a shadow suggesting a subtle light source from the left.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 29.3 x 23 cm (11 9/16 x 9 1/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 10 3/8" in diameter; 11 3/4" high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.16977

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: Amelia Tuccio.

Wikidata ID

Q64534778

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