Schüssel
c. 1937
Joseph Sudek, best known for his moody photography of Prague, also dabbled in decorative design, as seen in this delicate 1937 sketch for a ceramic platter. The design features a sweeping arrangement of white daisies and brown leaves, accented by tiny, scattered blossoms that dance across the rim. Below the main illustration, a stamped seal for 'Glasgow Ironstone China' hints at the piece's intended mass production, while a tiny perspective sketch shows how the platter would look on a display stand. It's a charming glimpse into the practical, everyday artistry of a photographer usually celebrated for his poetic landscapes.
- Technique
- watercolor and pencil
- Material
- paper
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