Possum Pitcher

c. 1938

Ernest A. Towers, Jr.

Associated Names
Ernest A. Towers, Jr.

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a painting of a ceramic pitcher shaped like a mouse. The artwork features a three-dimensional ceramic object designed to resemble a mouse. It includes intricate details such as eyes, ears, limbs, and a tail handle. The spout is formed by the mouse's mouth. The painting captures the texture and color variations on the ceramic surface, focusing on brown tones with subtle highlights.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.5 x 30.1 cm (14 x 11 7/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 8 1/2" High 8" Wide(overall) 9" Wide(side)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.7179

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: ERNEST A. TOWERS JR.

Wikidata ID

Q64559697

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