Wood Carving - Scroll c. 1939

"Wood Carving - Scroll," a c. 1939 work by American artist Lionel Ritchey (1855-1995), showcases the artist's masterful skill in wood carving. This intricately detailed, scroll-shaped carving, likely intended as an architectural element, exhibits a graceful, flowing form that evokes the Rococo period with its delicate, asymmetrical ornamentation. Ritchey's work, known for its refined aesthetic and meticulous craftsmanship, is a testament to the enduring power of traditional decorative art.