Chair c. 1938

"Chair" is a watercolor painting created by Dorothea A. Farrington in 1938 as part of the Federal Art Project. The artwork depicts a simple wooden chair with a woven rush seat, painted in a deep black with gold accents. The detail and realistic portrayal of the chair highlight Farrington's artistic talent and the importance of documenting American craftsmanship during the Great Depression. This painting is an example of the "American Scene" movement, which aimed to capture everyday life and the cultural landscape of the United States. The artwork was created as part of the Federal Art Project (FAP), a program of the Works Progress Administration (WPA) that provided employment for artists during the Depression. The FAP aimed to provide public art and promote artistic development in America.