Toleware Tea Cannister

c. 1938

Edward White

Associated Names
Edward White

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a cylindrical container with a conical top, decorated with various patterns. The container is black with a red circle in the center, surrounded by green and yellow leaf-like designs. Near the lid, there is a wave-like yellow pattern. The color palette includes black, red, green, and yellow. The container is positioned in the center against a beige background.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 27.7 x 24.2 cm (10 7/8 x 9 1/2 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 28" high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.15226

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64557794

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