Crock

c. 1938

John Tarantino

Associated Names
John Tarantino

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image displays a large ceramic pot with a wide opening and handles on either side. It features a blue floral or vine-like design on its front. The color scheme includes earthy tones such as beige and gray, along with bright blue for the decorative motif. The pot is placed off-center with the open mouth facing the viewer, revealing the dark interior. It is set against a neutral background, highlighting its form and detail.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 41.9 x 37.9 cm (16 1/2 x 14 15/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 11 1/4" High 8 1/4" Dia(top) 8" Dia(base)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.6282

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: J. Tarantino.

Wikidata ID

Q64584213

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