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Pewter Sugar Bowl

1935/1942

Samuel O. Klein

Associated Names

Samuel O. Klein

Artist, American, 1906 - 1991

The image depicts a large, ornate two-handled cup or container with a decorative lid, adorned with a small finial on top. The color palette is monochromatic in shades of grey. The handles extend outward symmetrically on either side, and the body of the cup features decorative patterns giving it a textured appearance.

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Artwork overview

Medium

graphite on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 27.9 x 22.9 cm (11 x 9 in.)
Original IAD Object: 7" high; 7 1/2" wide
Accession Number

1943.8.13787

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64630386

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