Rocking Chair 1939

Raymond Neumann's 1939 "Rocking Chair" is a detailed watercolor depiction of a simple, traditional wooden rocking chair. The chair, rendered in a muted palette of browns and grays, is positioned centrally against a pale beige background, highlighting its form. Neumann’s meticulous attention to detail captures the worn texture of the wood and the chair's slight imperfections, creating a sense of realism and familiarity. This work exemplifies the artist’s interest in everyday objects and the beauty of simple things.