185 - R. GEDON (20th), The Allotrian Fraternity Mug, ca. 1914, pen drawing

R. GEDON (20th), The Allotrian Fraternity Mug, ca. 1914, pen drawing Rudolf Gedon (20th century): Allotrian Fraternity Mug, Munich Artists' Association, ca. 1914, pen drawing Technique: Washed pen drawing on paper, mounted on cardboard Inscription: Signed lower right: “Here, an old and venerable Allotrian sends you greetings—from your friend Rudolf Gedon.” Date: c. 1914 Description: Depiction of a tall, decorated pewter jug with a laurel wreath. Engraved on the side of the jug are the names of several well-known members of the Munich artists’ association Allotria. At the base is the inscription “And Prince Bismar[ck] drank repeatedly among the Allotria[ns] on June 25, 1892.” Provenance: A commemorative gift for Jakob Bradl (1864 Munich – 1919 Oberammergau?) from the Allotria Artists’ Society in Munich in 1914 on the occasion of Bradl’s move to Oberammergau. Keywords: Jug, Commemoration, Memorial, Artists’ Society, Allotria, Munich, Bavaria, 20th century, Modern, Still Life, Germany, Size: Paper: 27.2 cm x 20.9 cm (10.7 x 8.2 in) Condition: Good condition. The paper is minimally discolored and soiled in places. The corners of the sheet are slightly wavy. There is a short marginal tear in the center right. The image is in very good condition.