Stoneware Jar c. 1938

"Stoneware Jar" is a watercolor painting by American artist Annie B. Johnston, dated c. 1938. Johnston, born in 1855 and active until her death in 1995, was a prolific artist known for her still life paintings. This artwork depicts a simple, brown stoneware jar with two handles, rendered in realistic detail. The jar's rounded form, the subtle variations in its texture, and the artist's use of light and shadow create a sense of weight and solidity. This piece showcases Johnston's keen eye for observation and her ability to translate the mundane into a compelling visual composition.