Oil Lamp, 1900-1905
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Artifact Overview
In the 1890s, artists and designers in Europe and the United States attempted to create a modern aesthetic for the 20th century. The decorative style that emerged, Art Nouveau, reached its peak of popularity in 1900. The organic lines of this pewter table lamp are quintessential elements of German Art Nouveau.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Oil lamp
Date Made
1900-1905
Creators
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
95.0.42.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Pewter (Tin alloy)
Color
Silver (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 9.5 in
Width: 4 in
Length: 4 in
Inscriptions
on bottom:
S.M. Berzinn & E. Hueck / 1848 / A/M
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