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Toleware Teapot

Henry Murphy

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a dark, vintage watering can with a curved handle and floral motifs in faded red, green, and blue hues. The color palette includes earthy tones such as browns and grays, set against a beige background with darker spots. The watering can is centrally positioned in the frame, with the spout pointing to the left and the handle extending to the right.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard
Dimensions
3427 × 4728 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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