Vase

c. 1936

John Matulis

Associated Names
John Matulis

Artist, American, 1910 - 2000

The image displays a large, hourglass-shaped vase in the center. The vase is earthy brown with dark mottled patches, suggesting an irregular texture. The color scheme includes warm shades of brown and hints of green on the base it rests upon. Placed on a green surface against a neutral backdrop, the vase is viewed from the front, emphasizing its curved shape and tall silhouette. Above the vase is text in uppercase letters stating: "DECORATED VASE CIRCA 1850."

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, colored pencil, and pen and ink on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 26.4 x 18.8 cm (10 3/8 x 7 3/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 6" High 3 1/2" Wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.6131

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

upper center in watercolor: DECORATED VASE / CIRCA 1850

Wikidata ID

Q64583768

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