Flask c. 1936

Yolande Delasser's 1936 watercolor, "Flask," depicts two ceramic vessels in a simplified, almost graphic style. One, a rounder flask, and the other, a taller, thinner bottle are rendered in cool tones with subtle shading. The artist emphasizes the linearity of the subjects with fine black lines outlining both the vessels and the plant motif on one. The subtle design on the vessel is a subtle nod to the Art Nouveau movement, highlighting the organic forms of nature in a delicate and elegant manner. This artwork showcases Delasser's interest in the visual appeal of everyday objects and her keen eye for detail.