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Toby Jug

Daniel Greatbatch

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Toby Jug by Daniel Greatbatch. Glazed ceramic jug in the shape of a seated man. The jug is predominantly dark brown with yellow-brown patches. It has a glossy finish. The man depicted is wearing a hat. The hat is yellow-brown with brown speckles. The man's facial features are defined. He has long hair. The jug's handle is located at the back. The background of the image is gray, becoming darker at the top. A shadow is cast to the right of the jug.

Artwork Details

Date
1849–58
Medium
Mottled brown earthenware
Culture
American
Dimensions
478 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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