Creamer 1933

This creamer, made by Frank Graham Holmes, captures Mount Vernon in simple strokes. The approach to drawing feels so immediate. It’s like Holmes is sketching directly onto the surface, embracing the handmade feel of the piece. Looking at the way the scene is rendered, the building and the trees almost melt into one another; like a half-remembered dream. It's as if Holmes is inviting us to pour a little bit of history into our daily lives, one cup at a time. I’m reminded of those old transferware plates and cups. But there’s something much more folksy and playful about this. It is less about perfection, and more about celebrating the imperfections that make art so interesting. It’s like a conversation across generations, with Holmes putting his own spin on a classic form.