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Jar

c. 1937

Charles Caseau

Associated Names

Charles Caseau

Artist, American, 1880 - unknown

The image shows a large, intricate pattern of blue floral and leaf motifs on a beige background with subtle brown accents. The design is centered, draping from the top edge towards the middle. On the right side, there is a smaller depiction of the pattern on a cylindrical object, likely a vase.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, graphite, and heightening on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 22.6 x 29.2 cm (8 7/8 x 11 1/2 in.)
Original IAD Object: 10 1/2" High 5" Dia(top) 5 7/8" Dia(base)
Accession Number

1943.8.6426

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: chas. Caseau

Wikidata ID

Q64538250

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