Design for a Candelabra 19th century
anonymous
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
drawing
toned paper
light pencil work
pen sketch
pencil sketch
old engraving style
ink drawing experimentation
pen-ink sketch
pen work
sketchbook drawing
pencil work
This 19th-century pen-and-ink drawing depicts a design for a candelabra, a decorative multi-branched candlestick often used for ceremonial or decorative purposes. The design features intricate details and a classical style, with a central urn-shaped body and elaborate scrollwork. The anonymous artist likely intended this drawing as a blueprint for a silversmith or craftsman to follow. While the drawing lacks a specific attribution, it is a testament to the ongoing fascination with classical motifs and elegance during the 19th century, as exemplified in the design's intricate details and elegant form. This artwork can be found at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.
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