Pa. German Stoneware Flask by Beverly Chichester

Pa. German Stoneware Flask c. 1940

beverlychichester

drawing

toned paper

possibly oil pastel

oil painting

acrylic on canvas

coloured pencil

underpainting

pastel chalk drawing

painting painterly

watercolour illustration

watercolor

Beverly Chichester's "Pa. German Stoneware Flask" is a c. 1940 watercolor rendering of a traditional Pennsylvania German stoneware flask. The flask is depicted in a realistic style with a tan body and blue and white stylized floral design, likely inspired by folk art traditions. The flask's rounded shape and distinctive floral motif are characteristic of Pennsylvania German pottery, reflecting the cultural heritage of the region. This artwork captures the beauty of Pennsylvania Dutch craft and highlights the enduring legacy of this unique artistic tradition.