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Terra Cotta Pot

c. 1936

Cecily Edwards

Associated Names

Cecily Edwards

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a large, round pottery jug with a short, protruding spout to the right. The color palette consists of earthy tones, primarily shades of brown and terracotta. The jug is centrally positioned against a neutral, light-colored background.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 35.8 x 26.2 cm (14 1/8 x 10 5/16 in.)
Original IAD Object: 14" high; 13 1/2" in diameter
Accession Number

1943.8.14813

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64538157

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