Warming Pan c. 1937

"Warming Pan" (c. 1937) is a watercolor by Alfred Walbeck, a noted American still life artist. This meticulously detailed study depicts a warming pan, a historical household object used to warm beds before the advent of central heating. The artist's use of light and shadow in the watercolor brings the pan to life, emphasizing its craftsmanship and function. Walbeck's attention to detail is evident in the depiction of the pan's intricate design, including the circular, sun-like motif at its center. This artwork offers a glimpse into the past, highlighting the everyday objects that defined life in a bygone era.