Vase
Edgar Littlefield studied ceramic with Arthur Baggs at Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio. He worked in a number of different modes and participated in the Ceramic National Exhibitions for a number of decades. Here, the earthy palette and geometric patterning is suggestive of Native American pottery.
Artwork Details
- Title: Vase
- Maker: Edgar Littlefield
- Date: 1937
- Geography: Made in Columbus, Ohio, United States
- Culture: American
- Medium: Stoneware
- Dimensions: H. 6 5/8 in.
- Credit Line: Gift of Martin Eidelberg, 2020
- Object Number: 2020.64.77
- Curatorial Department: The American Wing
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