Fireman's Torch c. 1937

elmerganderson

drawing

toned paper

water colours

charcoal drawing

possibly oil pastel

charcoal art

coloured pencil

underpainting

pastel chalk drawing

watercolour illustration

watercolor

"Fireman's Torch", a watercolor by Elmer G. Anderson, depicts a detailed rendering of a fire alarm signal, likely from the 1930s. This realistic drawing captures the metallic sheen and intricate details of the alarm's bell-shaped body and the intricate mounting bracket. Anderson's depiction serves as a visual record of a common urban safety feature during the era, highlighting the evolution of fire alarm systems.