Broad Axe c. 1941

"Broad Axe" is a watercolor painting by Roberta Elvis, created around 1941. Elvis, a prominent artist of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, is known for her detailed renderings of everyday objects. The painting depicts a broad axe, a type of axe with a wide blade, rendered with meticulous attention to detail, highlighting the texture and patina of the metal and wood. This minimalist composition, with its focus on a single object, demonstrates Elvis's talent for capturing the beauty of the commonplace.