Silver Cream Pitcher by Henry Meyers

Silver Cream Pitcher 1935 - 1942

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drawing, pencil

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drawing

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geometric

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pencil

Dimensions: overall: 29.4 x 23 cm (11 9/16 x 9 1/16 in.) Original IAD Object: 4 1/2" high; 3 5/8" wide

Copyright: National Gallery of Art: CC0 1.0

This "Silver Cream Pitcher" comes to us from the hand of Henry Meyers. The pitcher, rendered in graphite, possesses a muted palette, where delicate gradients and subtle shading articulate the form. See how the light softly caresses its surface, creating an ethereal glow? It's this focus on light and shadow that breathes life into the inanimate, transforming the ordinary into something sublime. I love the floral pattern, a gentle reminder of nature's beauty, as it intertwines with the sleek contours of the pitcher. Notice how Meyers captures the essence of silver: its reflective sheen, its cool touch. It's a testament to the transformative power of art, capable of elevating everyday objects to the realm of beauty and contemplation. The understated elegance reminds me of the drawings of Giorgio Morandi. Like him, Meyers finds profundity in simplicity, inviting us to pause and appreciate the quiet beauty of the world around us.

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