Rawhide Chest c. 1937

Gerald Transpota's watercolor painting, "Rawhide Chest," c. 1937, depicts a simple, rectangular chest with a rounded top, rendered in realistic detail. The chest is crafted from brown rawhide, secured with metal rivets and adorned with a metal lock and hinge. The painting captures the rugged beauty of a handcrafted object and suggests its practicality as a container for personal belongings. Transpota's use of watercolor creates a sense of warmth and texture, making the chest appear both sturdy and inviting.