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Pewter Jar

c. 1939

R.J. De Freitas

Associated Names

R.J. De Freitas

Artist, American, 1914 - 1983

The image shows a large metallic pitcher in the center, surrounded by muted grays and silvers against an off-white background. The pitcher is upright, with its spout moving to the right and its handle curving to the left.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 35.7 x 27.9 cm (14 1/16 x 11 in.)
Original IAD Object: 5 1/2" high
Accession Number

1943.8.13136

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in right in watercolor: Ralph J. de Freitas

Wikidata ID

Q64619731

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