Desk Bell from Fire Department c. 1939

"Desk Bell from Fire Department" is a watercolor painting by Al Curry, dating back to c. 1939. The artwork depicts a wooden desk bell, a common object found in fire departments. The intricate detail of the desk bell’s design, including the floral carvings on the lid and the intricate molding around the edges, highlights Curry's meticulous craftsmanship. This watercolor provides a glimpse into the everyday objects that played a role in the functioning of a fire department during the late 1930s.