Pottery Jug c. 1938

This detailed watercolor rendering by Bisby Finley captures a pottery jug, likely a historical artifact, with a unique design. The jug's body is decorated with a pattern of raised circles and bands, and the spout is fashioned into a stylized snake head. The artist's signature and the inscription "California Mo." suggest a connection to the American state and its history. This artwork, a product of the late 1930s, showcases Finley's artistic prowess in depicting detailed and realistic representations of everyday objects, likely influenced by the American folk art and craft movements.