Pitcher

c. 1940

Betty Jacob

Associated Names
Betty Jacob

Artist, American, 1918 - 2000

The image shows a ceramic jug with an ornate handle and a wide spout, decorated with brown patterns and motifs. The color palette consists mainly of earthy tones, including various shades of brown and tan. The jug is positioned centrally on a plain background, with the handle on the left side and the spout extending to the right. The name "Betty Jayson" is faintly visible towards the bottom of the jug.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.5 x 26.6 cm (14 x 10 1/2 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 8" High 5 3/4" Dia. (over handle)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.6122

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: Betty Jacob

Wikidata ID

Q64537528

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