Hay Knife c. 1938

"Hay Knife" is a watercolor painting by Samuel Faigin, a prominent American artist known for his detailed and realistic renderings of everyday objects. Created in 1938, this work exemplifies Faigin's signature style, characterized by meticulous detail and precise representation. The artwork's minimal composition, featuring a solitary hay knife against a pale background, highlights the form and texture of the tool. The artist's use of light and shadow brings a sense of dimensionality to the subject, emphasizing the worn surfaces and the rustic nature of the hay knife. This piece exemplifies Faigin's ability to elevate ordinary objects to the status of art, inviting viewers to appreciate the beauty in the commonplace.