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Moravian Pitcher

c. 1938

Wellington Blewett

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Wellington Blewett

Artist, American, born Canada, 1875 - 1962

The image shows a large, dark-colored pitcher with a handle, likely made of metal or ceramic. The color palette is mainly black and grey, giving the pitcher a glossy appearance. It is placed on a light-colored background, emphasizing its shape and contours. The handle is on the right side, and there is a reflection on the surface.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 31.7 x 26.6 cm (12 1/2 x 10 1/2 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.6016

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64634819

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