Crock

c. 1941

John Tarantino

Associated Names
John Tarantino

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of a blue floral design and bird motif. The artwork includes a combination of a bird and floral elements in deep blue tones. The design integrates a bird with swirling vines and large, rounded leaves. Above the design, there is text that reads 'N.A. WHITE & SON UTICA N.Y.'. The overall design is decorative and possibly intended for branding or as part of a design plate. The intricate detailing and use of color create a cohesive visual expression.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite of paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 29.1 x 22.9 cm (11 7/16 x 9 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 11" High 11 5/8" Dia(top) 11" Dia(base)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.6482

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1970

  • Hornung, Clarence P., Treasury of American Design, New York: 1970, p. 347, no. 1212.

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: John Tarantino.

Wikidata ID

Q64584241

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