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Sponge Cup

John Dana

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a transparent glass bowl with a rounded, smooth shape dominating the composition. The color palette consists primarily of light blues and clear hues, giving the glass a cool, almost aquatic appearance, set against a pale, neutral background. The bowl is centrally positioned, with its slightly flared edges creating subtle reflections and shadows, enhancing its three-dimensional form. The name "JOHN DANA" is written at the bottom right of the image, just beneath the bowl.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard
Dimensions
3346 × 4422 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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