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Monumental Ewer

c. 1827/1842

Thomas Fletcher

Associated Names

Thomas Fletcher

Artist, American, 1787 - 1866

The sculpture is of a jug or pitcher made of a metallic material, likely silver. It has a curved handle embellished with leaf and scroll motifs. The body is polished, with a decorative band near the neck featuring floral designs and an ornamental base with foliage patterns. The jug is tall, standing on a sturdy, decorated pedestal base. The metallic sculpture is sophisticated and luxurious, appearing functional and artistic.

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Artwork overview

Medium

silver
Credit Line

Gift of Sue K. Feld and Stuart P. Feld
Dimensions

overall (height): 39.21 cm (15 7/16 in.)
Accession Number

2020.159.2

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

(Sale, Doyle, New York, 2016); purchased 2016 by Sue K. Feld and Stuart P. Feld, New York; gift 2020 to NGA.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

T FLETCHER / PHILAD.

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