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Jug

c. 1937

Francis Law Durand

Associated Names

Francis Law Durand

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a large ceramic jar with a wide neck and slightly tapered body. The jar is light brown with blue-gray decorative elements on its surface and an inscription near the upper portion. The color palette consists of earthy browns with accents in blue-gray tones. The jar is placed on a light-colored background, emphasizing its detailing.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, graphite, colored pencil, and pen and ink on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 35.5 x 29 cm (14 x 11 7/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.7371

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in ink: FRANCIS LAW DURAND

Wikidata ID

Q64562683

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