Altar Tabernacle c. 1940

This watercolor painting by Cornelius Christoffels, titled "Altar Tabernacle", depicts a small wooden box adorned with intricate floral designs. The box is painted in a palette of muted greens, yellows, and reds, with a simple wooden door at the front. The work is characteristic of Christoffels' interest in traditional Dutch folk art, which often features elaborate decorative elements. This detailed drawing captures the beauty of the object and its craftsmanship, showcasing the artist's skill in rendering both the form and the surface detail of the tabernacle.