Bullet Mold 1941

Herman O. Stroh’s “Bullet Mold” (1941) is a watercolor painting that depicts a simple metal mold used for making bullets. The work is characterized by its detailed and realistic portrayal of the object, rendered in shades of brown and gray against a light beige background. Stroh’s precise execution of the mold's texture and form provides a sense of tangible reality to the everyday object, highlighting its utilitarian purpose in a time of war. This artwork is a captivating example of the American Realist movement, which sought to depict the everyday objects and experiences of ordinary people.