Toy Bank c. 1937

Florian Rokita made this delightful ‘Toy Bank’ watercolor, and I can’t help but imagine the artist’s hand moving across the paper, coaxing the blues, reds, and greens into being. It’s like watching the colors dance and find their place. I can almost feel Rokita’s curiosity as they mixed the washes, figuring out just the right shades to capture the toy’s playful nature. The surface has a soft, velvety look. I imagine Rokita layered the washes, letting each one dry before adding the next, building up the colors slowly and deliberately. I can almost imagine the satisfaction Rokita felt as the image began to take shape, the balance of light and shadow giving the toy bank a sense of depth and volume. It's as if they’re inviting us into their world, sharing a moment of joy and wonder. Rokita makes me want to grab my brushes and start painting.