Crockery Mold c. 1939

"Crockery Mold" is a watercolor painting by American artist William Kieckhofel, created around 1939. It depicts a simple, octagonal mold for making pottery, rendered in a detailed and realistic style. Kieckhofel's work often focused on everyday objects, capturing their forms with precision and a touch of whimsy. The painting's muted palette and meticulous details create a sense of quiet contemplation, inviting viewers to appreciate the beauty of ordinary things. This piece is an example of still life, a genre of art that focuses on inanimate objects, often with a focus on their shape and form.