Lantern c. 1937

"Lantern" is a graphite drawing on paper by Mildred Ford, created around 1937. It depicts a traditional tin lantern, the metal surface finely decorated with punched patterns known as "tin punching" or "cut tin work". This detailed realism of the lantern highlights the unique craftsmanship of the object, and its ability to illuminate a scene with flickering light. This work showcases the artistic talent of Ford, known for her meticulous attention to detail and her ability to capture the essence of everyday objects.