Design for Plumed Oil Lamp

Anonymous, French, 18th century French

ca. 1770–90

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Title: Design for Plumed Oil Lamp
Artist: Anonymous, French, 18th century
Date: ca. 1770–90
Medium: Graphite
Dimensions: 6 7/16 x 9 11/16 in. (16.4 x 24.6 cm)
Classification: Drawings
Credit Line: Gift of Raphael Esmerian, 1961
Object Number: 61.680.6.3
Curatorial Department: Drawings and Prints

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