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Pa. German Spice Jar

c. 1938

Betty Jean Davis

Associated Names

Betty Jean Davis

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a single large urn with a lid. The urn is crafted from ceramic and decorated with ornate designs in warm earth tones, including reds and muted yellow-greens. It is centered on a plain background, displaying a combination of floral and geometric motifs.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 35.6 x 24.2 cm (14 x 9 1/2 in.)
Original IAD Object: 6 1/2" high; 3 3/4" wide
Accession Number

1943.8.3827

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64537544

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