Bisque Water Pitcher

c. 1938

Ernest A. Towers, Jr.

Associated Names
Ernest A. Towers, Jr.

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a detailed drawing of a large jug or pitcher. The drawing features embossed romantic figures and ornamental designs along its body. The color palette is soft grays and off-whites, with subtle shading. The jug is centered on the canvas, with a handle extending to the right side. Decorative elements encircle the central figures, all within a bordered frame that contains the illustration.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, gouache, pen and ink, and graphite on paper.

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 30.2 x 22.9 cm (11 7/8 x 9 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 11"High 6 1/2"Wide(max) 5"Dia(base) Handle: 8" x 2 3/4"

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.7302

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in ink: DEL.390-1 ERNEST A. TOWERS JR.

Wikidata ID

Q64559700

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