Owl Pitcher

c. 1938

Amos C. Brinton

Associated Names
Amos C. Brinton

Artist, American, 1888 - 1982

The image shows a large owl-shaped ceramic vessel with a handle featuring floral detailing at the top. The color palette includes muted greens, blues, and purples, with hints of red and pink in the floral details. The owl is centrally positioned, facing left, with the handle on the right side.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 30.2 x 24.7 cm (11 7/8 x 9 3/4 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 6 1/2" High 4 1/4" Base(dia) 4 3/4" Handle(length)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.7175

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite and watercolor: Amos C. Brinton 390-Del

Wikidata ID

Q64535711

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