Pewter Mug

c. 1936

Eugene Barrell

Associated Names
Eugene Barrell

Artist, American, 1915 - 1994

The image portrays a detailed illustration of a large metal tankard with a prominent handle. The tankard is cylindrical with a smooth, shiny surface giving it a metallic appearance. The color scheme is primarily grayscale with subtle shading. The tankard is centrally positioned in the composition. In the top left corner, there are additional illustrations and markings, while a small boxed section in the lower right displays what seems to be a cross-section or technical drawing related to the tankard. Below the main image are the words “Taylors of Bussells” scripted.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 21.9 x 28.8 cm (8 5/8 x 11 5/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 4" high; 3 1/2" in diameter

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.13118


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: Eugene J. Barrell

Wikidata ID

Q64560062

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