Carved Stone was Basin c. 1939

"Carved Stone was Basin" is a watercolor drawing by Rose Campbell-Gerke, a prominent artist who lived from 1882 to 1982. Created in 1939, the drawing depicts a detailed rendering of a carved stone basin, featuring a rounded bowl resting upon a squared pedestal. The artist's attention to detail in capturing the texture and color of the stone highlights her mastery of watercolor technique. This drawing serves as a study of the artist's interest in the interplay between organic and geometric forms within sculpture, and its realistic depiction provides viewers with an intimate glimpse into the meticulous craft of stone carving.