Classical Still Life Watercolor on Paper

This artwork is a still life study executed in watercolor and possibly gouache on a heavy-weight paper or illustration board. The composition features a blue glazed pitcher, a large terracotta-toned bowl or plaque, a small neoclassical female nude statuette, and various botanical elements including what appear to be Chinese lantern plants (Physalis). The color palette is dominated by cool blues and warm earthy pinks, with accents of orange and deep red. The style suggests a mid-20th-century academic or modernist approach, characterized by visible brushwork and a focus on form and light. The piece shows significant condition issues, most notably severe paper loss and surface abrasion across the top and left side, where the top layer of the paper has been torn away, likely due to improper storage or the removal of a previous matting. There are visible water stains and foxing along the bottom edge, and the paper is yellowing, suggesting an acidic support. No clear signature is immediately legible in the image, though there are faint markings that may indicate an artist's monogram near the base of the pitcher. The work reflects a skilled handling of translucent washes and layered color despite the physical deterioration.