Tinwork chandelier

NameChandelier

Maker Robert Gallegos (born 1958)

CultureHispano

DateLate 20th century

Place madeSanta Fe, New Mexico, United States, North America

MediumTin, solder, metal

Dimensions25 3/16 × 26 × 26 in. (64 × 66 × 66 cm)

Credit LineMuseum of International Folk Art, Museum of New Mexico Foundation, gift of the Friends of Folk Art, Folk Art Flea Market, A.2016.52.10

Object numberA.2016.52.10

DescriptionCircular tin chandelier with four tin pieces that are attached to the sides and connect to a small, tin circular piece at the top. The large circular bottom part is decorated with plants and flowers, inside are four tin supports that keep the shape circular. In the center is a support that has four sockets for regular light bulbs. Under the sockets is a circular piece of tin punched through so light can shine through and form a pattern. A metal hanging mechanism is attatched to the central support.