Bucket c. 1940

"Bucket," painted by Edward Bashaw, is a still life depiction of a wooden bucket. The bucket is made of wood and features a metal handle and bands. The artist’s meticulous attention to detail in depicting the worn wood, rusty metal and the bucket’s overall form brings the humble object to life. The painting’s simplicity, capturing the everyday object of a bucket, highlights the artist's focus on capturing the beauty of the commonplace. The work is a testament to Bashaw's mastery of realism, capturing the texture and essence of a familiar object.