Whale Oil Lamp 1935 - 1942

jamesmlawson

drawing

charcoal drawing

possibly oil pastel

oil painting

portrait reference

animal drawing portrait

portrait drawing

watercolour illustration

portrait art

watercolor

fine art portrait

"Whale Oil Lamp" is a watercolor on paper painting created by James M. Lawson between 1935 and 1942. This realistic depiction showcases a whale oil lamp, a common source of light in the 19th century. Lawson, known for his meticulous detail and accurate representations, captures the lamp's metallic sheen and the subtle variations in its form. The painting offers a glimpse into a bygone era and the evolution of lighting technologies.