Vase

1939

Alfred H. Smith

Associated Names
Alfred H. Smith

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows two large amphorae with handles against a plain background. The amphora on the left features a human figure, and the one on the right has a geometric pattern. The color palette consists of earthy tones, with dark brown or black bases and reddish-brown highlights, especially around the rims and handles. The amphorae are centrally placed, with the left one displaying the human figure facing right and the right one showcasing the geometric design facing forward.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 29.1 x 38.1 cm (11 7/16 x 15 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.6114

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

center verso in graphite: Begun April 28 /Finished June 23 1939 / Al fred H. Smith

Wikidata ID

Q64534311

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