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Eva Zeisel
Geometric Composition Teacup and Saucer1928-1929

On view: David Geffen GalleriesModernism in the Marketplace
Ceramic cup and saucer with bold geometric decoration in terracotta, marigold, canary yellow, and chocolate brown, with incised radial lines on the salmon-toned areas
Ceramic cup and saucer with bold geometric bands of yellow, orange, and dark brown glaze; white interior; small angular handle with brushed texture detailing.

Eva Zeisel, Majolikafabrik, Geometric Composition Teacup and Saucer, 1928-1929, Los Angeles County Museum of Art, The Ellen Palevsky Cup Collection, Gift of Max Palevsky, photo © Museum Associates/LACMA

Manufacturer
Eva Zeisel
Hungary, Budapest, active United States, 1906-2011
Manufacturer
Majolikafabrik
Germany, Schramberg, 1921
Title
Geometric Composition Teacup and Saucer
Place Made
Germany
Date Made
1928-1929
Medium
Earthenware with polychrome decoration
Dimensions
Cup height: 2 1/4 in. (5.72 cm), Diameter: 4 in. (10.16 cm); Saucer diameter: 6 5/8 in. (16.83 cm)
Credit Line
The Ellen Palevsky Cup Collection, Gift of Max Palevsky
Accession Number
AC1998.265.85.1-.2
Classification
Furnishings
Collecting Area
Decorative Arts and Design