Schreckengost, Viktor. Leda and the Swan, 1931–1932. glazed earthenware with engobe, sgraffito, Diameter: 41.5 cm (16 5/16 in.); Overall: 6.9 cm (2 11/16 in.). Gift of Gene and Viktor Schreckengost in honor of the museum staff, 2001.85. Copyrighted.

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Leda and the Swan

1931–1932

Viktor Schreckengost

Viktor Schreckengost (American, 1906–2008)

Decorative Art and Design

Leda and the Swan, 1931–1932. Viktor Schreckengost (American, 1906–2008), Cowan Pottery Studio (American, Ohio, Rocky River, 1912–1931). Glazed earthenware with engobe, sgraffito; diameter: 41.5 cm (16 5/16 in.); overall: 6.9 cm (2 11/16 in.). The Cleveland Museum of Art, Gift of Gene and Viktor Schreckengost in honor of the museum staff 2001.85

Original Source

Maker/Artist: Schreckengost, Viktor
Classification: Ceramic
Formatted Medium: glazed earthenware with engobe, sgraffito
Medium: glazed, earthenware, engobe, sgraffito
Dimensions: Diameter: 41.5 cm (16 5/16 in.); Overall: 6.9 cm (2 11/16 in.)
Inscribed: Inscription: on underside of plate: "Viktor Schreckengost" / "Cowan Pottery"
Departments: Decorative Art and Design
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