Toilet or Perfume Bottle c. 1940

"Toilet or Perfume Bottle" is a watercolor painting by Janet Riza, created around 1940. It depicts a single, opaque purple glass bottle with a textured surface and a wide, rounded body. The painting captures the intricate detail and form of the bottle, emphasizing its delicate curves and elegant design. Riza's style is characterized by her meticulous attention to detail, which is evident in her realistic representation of the glass bottle. The artwork exemplifies the artist's interest in everyday objects and her ability to elevate them to the status of art. This painting, created in the early 20th century, reflects the aesthetic values of the time.