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Fish Pitcher

Edward L. Loper

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a ceramic pitcher shaped like a fish, with the mouth of the fish serving as the opening of the pitcher. The fish has a detailed scale pattern and features an eye prominently displayed on one side, with fins extending slightly backward. The color palette includes shades of gray and brown on the body with a pink interior, and a green and yellow base with leaf details. Positioned centrally in the image, the fish pitcher stands out against a plain background.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1938
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paper
Dimensions
3500 × 4627 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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