Teacup and Saucer

c. 1939

David Ramage

Associated Names
David Ramage

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows two porcelain teacups, one upside down with a handle visible at the top center and another resting upright on a matching saucer below. The color palette consists of soft blues and whites, with light gray shading and touches of red and brown on the crest of the lower cup. The top cup is positioned centrally above the other, showcasing intricate blue detailing, while the bottom cup and saucer have a blue and white border and display a crest featuring a bird and red elements. Both objects are set against a plain, neutral background, highlighting the delicate design of the teacups.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.9 x 26.7 cm (14 1/8 x 10 1/2 in.)
    Original IAD Object: Saucer: 5 3/4" Wide 7/8" Deep; Cup: 3/4" Wide 1 7/8" Deep; Hndl 3/4" Wde

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.7275


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: David Ramage

Wikidata ID

Q64540864

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