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Cream Pitcher

c. 1937

Janet Riza

Associated Names

Janet Riza

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a single large ceramic pitcher with a curvaceous form, presented in the center of the canvas. The pitcher is deep blue with a glossy surface. It stands upright on a rounded base, with a handle extending to one side. The background is a soft beige color.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, graphite, and goauche on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 28.8 x 22.7 cm (11 5/16 x 8 15/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.11008

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: JANET RIZA

Wikidata ID

Q64580907

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