Dough Mixer c. 1940

"Dough Mixer" is a watercolor painting by Roger Deats, created around 1940. The artwork depicts a simple wooden dough mixer with the lid open, revealing the interior mechanism and a crank handle. The artist's precise and detailed style captures the texture of the wood and the intricate workings of the device, highlighting the everyday tools used in the past. Deats' focus on the mundane objects of daily life places this work within the realm of American Realism, a movement that sought to depict the realities of ordinary life. The composition, with the mixer front and center, emphasizes its functionality and historical significance as a crucial kitchen tool. This watercolor is a testament to the artist's keen eye for detail and his ability to elevate the commonplace into a work of art.