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Butter Mold

c. 1939

John Price

Associated Names

John Price

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a circular, shallow wooden bowl with geometric designs carved into its surface. It has a short, slightly flared base and is mainly brown and tan in color, highlighting the wood grain. The bowl is placed in the center of the image with shadows against a light background.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 22.4 x 28 cm (8 13/16 x 11 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.8983

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: John J. Price N.Y.A. DEL.

Wikidata ID

Q64583839

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