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Premium Framed Print : Sperm Oil Lamp, c. 1940. Creator: John Dana
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Sperm Oil Lamp, c. 1940. Creator: John Dana
Sperm Oil Lamp, c. 1940
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Media ID 36207341
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Base Dana John Glass Works Glassware Glassworks John Dana Lamp Lamp Base Oil Lamp Stand Functional Sperm Tableware
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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John Dana's Sperm Oil Lamp, created around 1940, is a captivating example of American decorative arts from the 1930s and 1940s. This intricately designed artwork is not a physical lamp but rather a watercolor, graphite, and gouache rendering on paper, showcasing a functional oil lamp with a distinctive sperm-shaped base. Dana's masterful use of color and composition brings the lamp to life, with the rich, earthy tones of the base contrasting beautifully with the warm glow of the lamp's glass shade. The organic shape of the sperm base adds an unexpected and playful element to the otherwise traditional design, making it a standout piece in any art collection or gallery. The Sperm Oil Lamp is a testament to the artistic ingenuity of the 20th century, a time when functional objects were often elevated to the level of fine art. This period item, with its unique blend of whimsy and functionality, is a fascinating representation of the American design aesthetic during the Thirties and Forties. The National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C., is fortunate to have this piece in its esteemed collection, showcasing the work of John Dana as part of its Index of American Design. The lamp base, with its intricate details and bold design, is a reminder of the importance of preserving and celebrating the heritage art and design of the United States.
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