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Parian Pitcher

John Matulis

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a large, ornate pitcher in blue with intricate white floral relief patterns. The color palette consists of deep blue, white, and neutral tones. The pitcher is placed on a wooden surface with the top pointing slightly to the left. Above the pitcher, there is text labeling it as a "Parian Pitcher" from the early 19th century, along with the words "Potter’s Mark."

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1937
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paper
Dimensions
8328 × 10918 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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