Stoneware Jug c. 1937

Arthur Mathews' "Stoneware Jug" (c. 1937) is a drawing that depicts two stoneware jugs and a stylized bird. The bird, drawn in blue, is perched on a branch. The jugs are outlined in blue with the words “Whites Utica” written on one of them. The artwork showcases a minimalistic style with the subject matter rendered in simple lines. This piece exemplifies Mathews' fascination with everyday objects and his interest in capturing the essence of the American rural life.