Compote c. 1938

"Compote," a watercolor by S. Brodsky, depicts a teal-colored glass compote with a wide bowl and a round pedestal base. The artist's meticulous detail captures the intricate, swirling design on the glass. The composition is simple, focusing on the compote as a centerpiece. This work, created in 1938, showcases the artist's expertise in still-life painting, reflecting a shift from his earlier work as a portrait painter.