Sugar Chest c. 1937

"Sugar Chest," a watercolor painting by Harry Jennings from c. 1937, depicts a detailed drawing of a wooden chest with an open top. The chest is painted in a rich mahogany brown and features detailed flourishes including turned legs, a hinged lid, and intricate wooden compartments. The presence of a pencil drawing of the chest's profile on the right side of the canvas suggests a focus on design and craftsmanship. This artwork is a fine example of a genre study, which captures the beauty and utility of everyday objects.