Pocket Flask c. 1941

"Pocket Flask" is a detailed watercolor painting by Chris Makrenos, created around 1941. The artwork depicts a single flask, rendered in rich brown tones against a pale background. The flask's intricate, diamond-shaped pattern is meticulously captured, showcasing Makrenos's skill in capturing the textures of everyday objects. This work, measuring 30.3 x 24.4 cm, exemplifies the artist's fascination with the mundane, elevating simple objects to works of art.