Monumental vase, c. 1898
Glazed earthenwareexpand_more
The Modernism Collection, gift of Norwest Bank Minnesotaexpand_more 98.276.61
On View in Gallery 378expand_more
The subtle, low-relief carvings of leafy vegetation on the sides of the vase conspire with the light-green ridges framing them to accentuate the verticality of the vase. William H. Grueby’s rich, matte green glaze was a leading innovation in the ceramic world in the late 1800s. The understated hue quietly evokes nature indoors while successfully representing a leafy surface.
Details
- Title
- Monumental vase
- Artist Life
- 1850–1919
- Role
- Designer
- Accession Number
- 98.276.61
- Curator Approved
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