Rocking Chair (Square Back) c. 1937

"Rocking Chair (Square Back)" is a watercolor painting by American artist Robert Gilson, created around 1937. The painting depicts a simple, traditional rocking chair rendered in a realistic style. Gilson's attention to detail is evident in the depiction of the chair's form and texture, as well as the subtle highlights and shadows that give the chair a sense of dimensionality. The chair's dark wood and the subtle touches of gold paint on the chair's details give the image an antique aesthetic. The work's focus on a simple, everyday object speaks to the artist's interest in capturing the beauty of the ordinary.