Jug

c. 1937

Jean Peszel

Associated Names
Jean Peszel

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a stoneware jug with a smooth, rounded body, a narrow neck, and a handle. The jug is adorned with dark blue floral patterns on its light gray surface. The color palette is primarily neutral with a contrast between the light gray and the deep blue designs. In the center of the jug, there is a decorative vine with flowers. The jug features a spout and handle towards the top. It is placed upright on a light-colored background with the floral designs facing outward.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 38.2 x 45.8 cm (15 1/16 x 18 1/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 16 1/2" High

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.6490

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: JEAN PESZEL.

Wikidata ID

Q64581086

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