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Pitcher

1935/1942

Isidore Steinberg

Associated Names

Isidore Steinberg

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a large decorative pitcher with a swirling pattern of white and golden-brown hues against a plain background. The pitcher has smooth curves and distinct lines, with warm tones of golden-brown and bright white swirls. It is positioned centrally in the image, with a curved handle on the left side and a rounded spout at the top.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 34.8 x 29.7 cm (13 11/16 x 11 11/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.10923

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1970

Hornung, Clarence P., Treasury of American Design. New York, 1970: 135, pl. 404.

Wikidata ID

Q64578900

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