Stoneware Jug c. 1937

Arthur Mathews's "Stoneware Jug" (c. 1937) is a drawing depicting a stylized bird perched on a branch, with two stoneware jugs flanking the composition. The bird is rendered in a bold, graphic style with a focus on linear detail. The jugs are depicted in a more simplified manner, suggesting an emphasis on the abstract nature of the composition. The work demonstrates Mathews's interest in integrating natural forms with geometric elements.