Silver Sugar Bowl

c. 1936

Simon Weiss

Associated Names
Simon Weiss

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image is a detailed drawing of a decorative urn with a lid. It features intricate engravings and patterns, including a central oval medallion with ornate design work. The color palette is primarily monochrome, using shades of gray to depict the urn and its embellishments. The urn is positioned in the center of the image. Above it on the right is a circular top view showing additional decoration, with a small floral motif to its left. A smaller architectural-style sketch demonstrating the urn design, including its dimensions, is located in the bottom right corner.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 30.7 x 23 cm (12 1/16 x 9 1/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 9 1/4" high; 4 1/2" in diameter

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.14269


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: S. Weiss.

Wikidata ID

Q64631610

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