Glass Oil Lamp 1940

Carl Buergerniss's 1940 watercolor painting, "Glass Oil Lamp", presents a realistic depiction of a glass oil lamp. The artist meticulously renders the lamp's intricate details, including the cut-glass base, the brass burner, and the wick. Buergerniss's precise brushstrokes and careful shading create a sense of depth and transparency. The composition, featuring the lamp centered against a light background, emphasizes the object's form and texture. This piece is a fine example of still life, a genre that has long fascinated artists seeking to capture the beauty of everyday objects.