Crock

Janet Riza

National Gallery of Art

This image shows a drawing of pottery designs and a stamp impression. Two linear sketches of a ceramic pot are displayed in the upper section. The left sketch is a side view of the pot's body and handles, while the right sketch is a close-up of the rim and handle. Beneath these sketches is a larger rectangular area with a drawing of two birds in flight above foliage. Above the birds is a circular stamp impression with the text "PORCAIRE ANF FONTRÉPARE" inscribed around the inner part. The composition appears to be a detailed study or plan for a pottery design or production. The lines and tones in the image highlight the form and details of the objects depicted.