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Whale Oil Can

Hugh Ryan

National Gallery of Art

A metallic pitcher with a short, curved spout and a cylindrical lid is the largest object in the image. The color palette consists of dark, earthy tones such as greens and browns with hints of patina indicating some age. Positioned in the middle of the image, the pitcher is oriented to the right, with the handle appearing on the right side and the spout extending to the left.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1940
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
4442 × 3302 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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