Jar c. 1937 - 1938

This watercolor painting by Jean Peszel depicts a stoneware jar, likely a "crock" for storing food. The jar's inscription, "P.L.Ny Thayer, Lansingburgh," hints at its origins and purpose as a utilitarian object. Peszel’s detailed rendering of the jar's form and blue-and-white floral decoration emphasizes the beauty found in everyday objects, a hallmark of American folk art. The artist's signature in the lower left corner further authenticates the piece, showcasing a particular interest in this specific type of vessel.