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Carved Wooden Pitcher

c. 1940

William H. Edwards

Associated Names

William H. Edwards

Artist, American, c. 1890 - 1947

The image shows a large decorative pitcher with a handle and a flower design embossed on the side. The pitcher has warm tones of orange, brown, and green. It is positioned centrally in the frame, with the handle extending to the right and the spout facing slightly to the left. The background is a neutral off-white color.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 28.2 x 23 cm (11 1/8 x 9 1/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.13261

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower center in watercolor: William H. Edwards. Del. 550-1

Wikidata ID

Q64637145

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