Pitcher c. 1939

Giacinto Capelli’s “Pitcher” is a watercolor on paper depicting a traditional stoneware pitcher with a hand-painted design. The ceramic piece is glazed in a warm, brown hue with a simple, stylized blue floral motif. The painting captures the subtle variations of texture and color found on the object, characteristic of Capelli's artistic practice. The artwork is a beautiful example of the artist's talent for depicting the beauty of everyday objects.