Artwork
Drawing of Central Asian pottery
Drawing of Central Asian pottery is a watercolor work on paper by Unknown. It dates from 1916 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This watercolour drawing from 1916 is one of 352 images reproducing Central Asian pottery.
About this work
Overview
This watercolour drawing from 1916 is one of 352 images reproducing Central Asian pottery. It is part of a larger collection that includes a map and accompanying notes.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a single piece of pottery with a central hole, rendered in soft colours against a plain background. The pottery's light brown hue and rough texture are evident.
Technique & Style
The artist employed watercolour to capture the pottery's gentle appearance, using the plain background to emphasize the vessel.
History & Provenance
The drawing was created under Professor Joseph Castagné, who also authored notes on the pottery designs. A map by V. V. Liha, marking the archaeological sites where the original vessels were found, is part of the same collection.
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