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Bowl

c. 1939

Wilford H. Shurtliff

Associated Names

Wilford H. Shurtliff

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image depicts a large shallow ceramic bowl with a slightly raised rim and visible markings or cracks on its surface. The color palette is warm tones of brown and reddish-brown, with a subtle gloss reflecting light. The bowl is placed centrally against a light beige background.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on papoer
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 23.1 x 26.2 cm (9 1/8 x 10 5/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.6006

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64635412

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