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Mortar and Pestle

Carl Buergerniss

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a wooden mortar and pestle. The mortar is central with the pestle placed inside, leaning slightly to the left. The color palette is warm and natural, with various shades of brown. The background is plain and light, accentuating the texture and shape of the objects.

Artwork Details

Date
1938
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3434 × 4299 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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