Chair 1935 - 1942

Thomas J. Eliot’s watercolor drawing depicts a chair with a bright green seat. I can imagine him sitting in front of the chair, squinting to capture every little detail, every nook and cranny. It makes me think about how much time and effort he put into it – all those careful lines, slowly bringing the wooden chair to life with delicate strokes. He must have been so patient, trying to get the colors just right. The chair itself is so upright and sturdy! The wood is rendered in such a way that one can almost feel the graininess. Then BAM! a cushion in a vibrant emerald green pops out! It's almost as if he wants to tell us: hey, this chair may look strong but it is also very comfy! It makes me think about Van Gogh, how he transformed everyday objects into artworks. Eliot is doing the same here. It's like he’s saying: even a simple chair can be beautiful!