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Vase

c. 1936

John Tarantino

Associated Names

John Tarantino

Artist, American, active c. 1935

A large, clear glass vase with two ornate handles is centrally positioned. The vase is cylindrical with a wide mouth, narrowing into a bulbous base, and features decorative ridges and accents. The color palette includes translucent shades of pale blue and gray. Positioned centrally and upright against a plain, light beige background, the vase appears to float in space.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 30.4 x 22.9 cm (11 15/16 x 9 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.16925

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: John Tarantino

Wikidata ID

Q64584347

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