Glass Sugar Bowl 1935 - 1942

Michael J. Miceli made this 'Glass Sugar Bowl' on paper with what looks like watercolor, but I'm not sure when. It's amazing how Miceli uses the most delicate touch to bring out the form, and you can almost see the light sparkling on the glass, as if it were really there. Look at the way the wavy lines at the top of the bowl catch the light. It's not just about representation but about evoking a feeling, an experience. The color is so understated. A pale, almost ghostly blue, is just enough to suggest the glassiness, the fragility of the bowl. The texture looks so smooth, so pristine. He is dealing with simplicity in color and form, but manages to convey something about the beauty of the most everyday objects. It feels like a Morandi, quiet and contemplative. Isn’t it great how art can make us see the world in a different light?