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Bird-shaped pitcher
Bird-shaped pitcher
Bird-shaped pitcher
DepartmentEurope

Bird-shaped pitcher

NamePitcher
Date1958
Place madeNuroro, Sardinia, Southern Europe, Europe
MediumCeramic, glaze
Dimensions9 9/16 × 7 1/2 × 9 1/4 in. (24.35 × 19 × 23.5 cm)
Credit LineMuseum of International Folk Art, gift of James McGrath, A.2015.73.99ab
Object numberA.2015.73.99ab
DescriptionOrange-toned body in shape of a chicken, with the head and beak serving as the spout. Applique designs on body, including wings. Green-toned lid or stopper in shape of a bird. Twisted handle with chicken's tail feathers at the base.
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