Designs for Two Ewers, Two Bottle-shaped Vases and a Covered Tureen 1845 - 1855
alfredhenryforrester
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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drawing
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aged paper
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toned paper
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water colours
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pastel soft colours
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vase
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handmade artwork painting
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personal sketchbook
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coloured pencil
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watercolour bleed
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watercolour illustration
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watercolor
Alfred Henry Forrester's "Designs for Two Ewers, Two Bottle-shaped Vases and a Covered Tureen" is a collection of intricate watercolor sketches for decorative pottery. Dated between 1845 and 1855, these designs showcase a variety of shapes, colors, and patterns. The ewers, vases, and tureen are depicted with great detail, showcasing Forrester's skill as a designer and draftsman. The designs, with their elaborate embellishments and whimsical motifs, reflect the decorative trends of the mid-19th century. This artwork offers a glimpse into the creative process of a Victorian designer and the beauty of decorative art of the period.
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