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A Barber's Pewter Jug, by Unknown, 1850

A Barber's Pewter Jug

Unknown

1850

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Dominant colour

Overview

A Barber's Pewter Jug is a 1850 by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1850
Where can I see it?
Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This black-and-white photo shows a simple pewter jug sitting on a curved surface. The jug has a rounded top and a handle that loops up and over. Light hits the front of the jug, making it stand out against the dark background. The photo looks like it was taken to highlight the jug’s shape and texture. The lighting makes the jug’s edges glow slightly, almost like a shadowy outline. If you like this style, look up chiaroscuro.

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