Design for a Candlestick
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Design for a Candlestick

TitleDesign for a Candlestick
ArtistMichelangelo Buonarroti, Italian, 1475–1564
Date1520–30 16th century
MediumBlack chalk, brush and brown wash, incised lines and compass points on cream laid paper, lined
Classificationlighting
OriginItaly Italy
Holding institutionSmithsonian Open Access
Credit lineMuseum purchase through gift of Mrs. John Innes Kane
RightsPublic domain (CC0). Free to use for any purpose.

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