Courthouse Bell c. 1936

erwinschwabe

drawing

toned paper

charcoal drawing

possibly oil pastel

charcoal art

oil painting

stoneware

coffee painting

underpainting

watercolour illustration

watercolor

"Courthouse Bell" is a watercolor painting by Erwin Schwabe, created circa 1936. The artwork depicts a detailed rendering of a courthouse bell, its form and inscription meticulously captured. The bell's inscription, "Elizabethtown 1724", suggests the historical significance of the subject. This artwork is a testament to Schwabe's skill in rendering realistic depictions, highlighting the importance of historic objects in American society.