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Pewter Tankard

Henry Meyers

National Gallery of Art

The image is a technical drawing of a lidded pewter tankard. The tankard is the largest object in the center of the composition. The color palette is primarily shades of gray and beige. To the left and right of the tankard are additional smaller detailed drawings of its parts, including a hinge and a spout, as well as construction and dimension notes. The elements are neatly arranged within individual boxes surrounding the central illustration.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
graphite on paper
Dimensions
4580 × 3432 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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