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Pitcher

Chelsea Keramic Art Works

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The pitcher is made of terracotta-colored ceramic material. The body of the pitcher is bulbous with a narrow base and a wide mouth. A decorative line encircles the top of the body. The spout is wide and curved, resembling a leaf. The handle is long and curved, attached to the body and the top of the pitcher. The handle features a relief design resembling a leaf or branch. Decorative reliefs adorn the lower part of the handle and the side of the body. The pitcher stands on a short, round foot. The background is gray and white gradient.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1875–89
Medium
Earthenware
Culture
American
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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