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Bird Decorations for Stoneware

1935/1942

Charles Caseau

Associated Names

Charles Caseau

Artist, American, 1880 - unknown

This is a painting featuring various blue birds paired with vases. The image showcases three prominently depicted blue-toned birds in different poses: one on a branch, one on the ground, and one standing attentively. Surrounding the birds are sketches of vases, some with birds inside them. The birds are detailed with varying shades of blue against a textured neutral background. The artwork combines classical motifs with natural elements in an illustrative style.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 40.7 x 30.5 cm (16 x 12 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.6326

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Chas. Caseau

Wikidata ID

Q64538233

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