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Glass Compote

Katherine Hastings

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a rendered drawing of an ornate, covered vessel resembling a large decorative chalice or goblet. The vessel is the focus, featuring a round lid with intricate detailing and a knob on top. It is depicted in shades of grey against an off-white background. The detailed patterning and reflections of the vessel are central, with shading providing depth and dimension.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper
Dimensions
3384 × 4262 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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