Branding Iron c. 1942

"Branding Iron" is a watercolor on paper created by Elizabeth Johnson, c. 1942. It depicts a branding iron used for marking livestock. The iron, rendered in detail, rests above a faint outline of the brand it produces. This work is a realistic representation of a tool associated with the American West, exploring the themes of ranching and cattle branding. The artist’s signature, Elizabeth Johnson, appears in the lower left corner, adding a personal touch to the piece.