Design for a Bowl with a Stand
Classification
Drawing
Department
Smithsonian Collection
Museum
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Credit
Purchased for the Museum by the Advisory Council
Accession Number
1911-28-334
About this artwork
Research in Progress
Art Historical Context
This drawing by German artist Joseph Anton Seethaler II captures the thoughtful planning behind a decorative object intended for everyday elegance. Created between 1827 and 1835, "Design for a Bowl with a Stand" reflects the early nineteenth-century interest in refined tableware that combined utility with graceful form. As a preparatory work, it likely guided craftsmen in producing the final piece, illustrating how artists of the period bridged fine art and applied design. Classified simply as a drawing and part of the Smithsonian American Art Museum’s collection, the work was purchased by th...