Napoleon Toby Jug

c. 1939

Grace Halpin

Associated Names
Grace Halpin

Artist, American, 1909 - 1978

This is a drawing of a ceramic teapot shaped like a figure in historical costume. The drawing depicts an intricately designed teapot that bears the form of a rotund figure wearing a tricorn hat and an 18th-century military uniform. The teapot combines functionality with whimsy, as its handle and spout are cleverly integrated into the figure’s head and arms. The shading and line work highlight the details of the figure’s expression and the textures of the ceramic surface, giving it a realistic three-dimensional appearance. The artist's skill in capturing the contours and features of the subject conveys a sense of character and charm to the object.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and pencil on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 35.2 × 26.8 cm (13 7/8 × 10 9/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 10" High 5 1/2" Wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.6218


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: GRACE HALPIN

Wikidata ID

Q64572716

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