Pottery Flat Bowl c. 1938

Annie B. Johnston made this Pottery Flat Bowl, we don't know when, but it's a tender wash drawing. Look at the way she builds up the form with these delicate layers. It's like she's coaxing the bowl into existence, one gentle stroke at a time. The color is so subtle, a symphony of browns and creams. It's not about showing off, but about really seeing the thing itself. You can almost feel the texture of the clay, the slight imperfections, the handmade quality of it all. See how the light catches the rim? It’s a tiny detail, but it brings the whole piece to life. It reminds me a bit of Morandi, the way he could find endless beauty in the simplest of objects. There’s a quietness here, a sense of reverence for the everyday. Art isn't always about grand gestures, sometimes it’s about paying attention.