Firemark c. 1937

"Firemark" is a graphite drawing on paper by Émile Céro, created around 1937. The artwork depicts a firemark, a metal plate used to identify insured property, mounted on a piece of weathered wood. Céro's realistic style and detailed rendering capture the textured surface of the wood and the intricate details of the firemark, drawing the viewer's attention to the object's history and significance. The firemark is an example of utilitarian design with a strong visual presence, as seen in Céro's meticulous representation.