Brass Betty Lamp c. 1940

oscarbluhme

drawing

shape in negative space

toned paper

negative space

possibly oil pastel

underpainting

watercolour illustration

tonal art

a lot negative space

remaining negative space

watercolor

"Brass Betty Lamp" is a brass oil lamp designed by Oscar Bluhme around 1940. The lamp features an intricate, decorative, pierced design at the top, and a simple, curved bowl that is likely meant to hold oil for a wick. The lamp is a classic example of a decorative object that was both functional and aesthetically pleasing. The lamp's design reflects the popular Art Deco style, known for its geometric patterns and streamlined forms, that emerged in the 1920s and 30s.