Richard Horosko-Manderbach, Candelabrum, ca. 1975, iron, 15 1⁄2 x 8 1⁄4 in. (39.3 x 21.0 cm), Smithsonian American Art Museum, Museum purchase, 1975.153
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Artwork Details
- Title
- Candelabrum
- Artist
- Date
- ca. 1975
- Location
- Dimensions
- 15 1⁄2 x 8 1⁄4 in. (39.3 x 21.0 cm)
- Credit Line
- Museum purchase
- Mediums
- Mediums Description
- iron
- Classifications
- Object Number
- 1975.153
Artwork Description
Candelabrum is one in a series of works created from bent and hammered tubing. The iron “roping” that secures the arms to the stem reflects the artist’s interest in African metalwork. Richard Horosko-Manderbach uses a gas forge and oxyacetylene welding to fix the legs to the base. When the piece is completely built, it is wire brushed and rubbed with a mixture of beeswax and turpentine.