Jug

c. 1940

Giacinto Capelli

Associated Names
Giacinto Capelli

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a ceramic jug with a narrow neck, a single handle, and decorative motifs in earthy tones against a plain off-white background. The handle is positioned on the right side, and the jug has intricately etched designs including geometric shapes and potential floral patterns on its midsection.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 30.3 x 23 cm (11 15/16 x 9 1/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 6 5/16" High 5" Base

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.6476

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: G. Capelli / 40

Wikidata ID

Q64572124

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