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Silver Mug

c. 1938

Walter Doran

Associated Names

Walter Doran

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a large metallic mug with a handle on the left. The mug looks smooth and shiny, reflecting light on its surface. The color palette is mainly gray and silver against a light beige background. The mug is placed centrally, tilted slightly to the left, allowing a clear view of the handle and the open top of the mug.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 29 x 22.9 cm (11 7/16 x 9 in.)
Original IAD Object: 3 7/8" high; 3 1/4" in diameter
Accession Number

1943.8.17560

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: -Walter Doran-

Wikidata ID

Q64634012

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