Toleware Coffee Pot 1935 - 1942

This artwork by Charles Henning is a depiction of a Toleware coffee pot. Toleware is a traditional folk art technique that involves painting on tin or other metal surfaces, often with vibrant colors and floral motifs. The coffee pot is adorned with a decorative pattern of leaves, fruit, and flowers in shades of green, yellow, red, and orange. The artwork captures the beauty of this traditional craft and is a testament to Henning's skill as an artist. The painting dates from between 1935 and 1942, a time when interest in folk art was growing. Henning, who lived from 1855 to 1995, was a renowned artist known for his depictions of everyday objects.