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Jar

probably 1937/1938

Jean Peszel

Associated Names

Jean Peszel

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a stoneware jar with slightly curved sides and two small handles near the top on each side. The jar is decorated with simple, abstract floral blue motifs. The colors are earthy tan, subdued blue, and a slightly darker brown rim. The jar is placed against a neutral, light beige background.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 45.5 x 38.2 cm (17 15/16 x 15 1/16 in.)
Original IAD Object: 12" High 6" Dia(mouth)
Accession Number

1943.8.6342

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: Jean Peszel

Wikidata ID

Q64581084

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