Fire Bucket 1938

John Cooke’s 1938 watercolor, *Fire Bucket*, depicts a red leather bucket with a riveted leather handle and a large number “4” on the side, possibly indicating a fire crew or company number. Cooke was known for his still life paintings and often depicted objects of everyday life with meticulous detail, showcasing the textures and materials in a way that elevates the commonplace to a work of art.