verso: Design for an urn; recto: Designs for two urns 19th century
anonymous
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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drawing
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aged paper
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toned paper
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light pencil work
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ink paper printed
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pencil sketch
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incomplete sketchy
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personal sketchbook
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sketchbook drawing
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sketchbook art
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watercolor
This 19th-century anonymous design for an urn features a classical urn atop a pedestal with a distinct Neoclassical style. The sketch includes detailed measurements and a clear sense of scale, suggesting a design proposal for a specific decorative object. The use of simple lines and shading conveys the form of the urn with clarity and precision. This piece offers a glimpse into the design process of the 19th century, highlighting the importance of measured drawings and the enduring appeal of classical motifs in decorative art.
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