Quillwork Sconce
A fragile form of handiwork, quillwork consists of narrow strips of paper rolled into tiny scrolls and glued, one against the other, within a shadow-box frame to form a design. In this case, sconces for candles were attached to the front of each frame, and the glittering mica-covered quillwork magnified and reflected the candlelight. This sconce and its mate (48.158.12) was made by Eunice Deering of Kittery, Maine and is still in its original frame.
Artwork Details
- Title: Quillwork Sconce
- Maker: Eunice Deering
- Date: 1720–40
- Geography: Made in Kittery, Maine, United States
- Culture: American
- Medium: Paper, glass, shells, silver, copper wire
- Dimensions: 30 x 14 in. (76.2 x 35.6 cm)
- Credit Line: Gift of Mrs. J. Insley Blair, 1948
- Object Number: 48.158.13
- Curatorial Department: The American Wing
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1720–40
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