Maple Sugar Bucket c. 1940

"Maple Sugar Bucket" is a watercolor painting by American artist Chris Makrenos, created around 1940. The work depicts a traditional wooden bucket, a common tool used in maple syrup production. The artist’s detailed rendering captures the texture of the wood and the craftsmanship of the bucket, highlighting the connection between rural life and the natural world. Makrenos's careful attention to detail and realistic depiction of the bucket exemplify his mastery of watercolor painting.