Jug c. 1938

Howard Lumbard's watercolor painting, *Jug*, depicts a stoneware jug with a blue floral design, likely inspired by a traditional ceramic object from the artist's native New York state. The jug, likely from the 19th century, bears the inscription "BRINKER CARY POUGHKEEPSIE N.Y.", suggesting it was produced by a local potter and potentially used for commercial purposes. The artist, a well-known illustrator and painter, focused on capturing the subtle details of the stoneware, depicting the worn surface and the faded blue glaze. The *Jug* painting, dated c. 1938, showcases Lumbard's appreciation for folk art and regional American craft traditions.