Large Earthen Jar

1935/1942

Clyde L. Cheney

Associated Names
Clyde L. Cheney

Artist, American, c. 1895 - 1968

The image shows a large brown earthenware jar with two small handles on either side. It has a tall, rounded shape and a weathered appearance with lighter coloration and texture towards the bottom. The color palette consists of rich, earthy browns, with patches of lighter hues near the base. The jar stands upright with a shiny glaze reflecting light, against a plain, off-white background.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, colored pencil, gouache, andpen and ink on heavy paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 44.5 x 35.5 cm (17 1/2 x 14 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.7429

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: Glaze-chipped jar Scale 3/4" = 1/2"; lower right in graphite: Clyde L. Cheney

Wikidata ID

Q64540272

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