Earthen Pitcher

1935/1942

Clyde L. Cheney

Associated Names
Clyde L. Cheney

Artist, American, c. 1895 - 1968

The image shows a large ceramic jug with a handle on the right side. The color palette consists of earthy tones of brown with subtle reddish undertones, and the background is plain off-white. The jug is centrally positioned, with its body slightly tilted to the right, showing the handle. The rim of the jug is visible from the front, displaying its round mouth.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.5 x 28 cm (14 x 11 in.)
    Original IAD Object: (incorrect) 3/4" to 1"

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.6009

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: 3/4" = 1; lower right in graphite: Clyde L. Cheney.

Wikidata ID

Q64540265

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