Fish Pitcher c. 1938

Edward L. Loper's watercolor painting, *Fish Pitcher*, depicts a detailed representation of a ceramic pitcher shaped like a fish. The pitcher's scales, mouth, and tail fin are rendered with meticulous detail, highlighting the artist's keen eye for observation. The fish's body is painted in shades of purple and green, while the mouth is a vibrant pink. The base of the pitcher is decorated with a stylized, green leaf design resting on a circular, gold-colored base. Loper, a 20th-century American artist, captured the beauty and craftsmanship of this unique pitcher through his masterful watercolor technique.