Betty Lamp and Stand c. 1940

Claude Marshall's "Betty Lamp and Stand" is a detailed pencil drawing from c. 1940 depicting a traditional Betty lamp, a type of oil lamp commonly used in the past. The artwork showcases the lamp's simple yet functional design, featuring a round base, a tall cylindrical stand, and a unique wick holder with a bent, pointed spout. Marshall's meticulous attention to detail and precise lines bring the lamp to life on the paper, emphasizing the rustic charm of this antique lighting device. This drawing serves as a valuable record of a bygone era, showcasing the ingenuity of everyday objects in a time before electricity.