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Silver Tankard

Eugene La Foret

National Gallery of Art

The image shows an intricately decorated large lidded tankard at the center, with engravings including a human figure and floral designs. The color palette is monochromatic, with grayscale illustrations on a pale background. To the left, there is a smaller jug with a curved handle and a grape cluster design near its base. Above this jug, a circular ornamental object is depicted, featuring scrollwork and intricate detailing. On the right, another smaller lidded tankard with a handle is shown, ornamented with floral patterns. The artist's name, E. L. A. FORET., is visible in the bottom right corner.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
graphite on paper
Dimensions
4568 × 3443 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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