Clam Rake c. 1936

"Clam Rake" is a detailed pencil drawing by William Mills, created around 1936. The artwork depicts a clam rake, a tool used for harvesting clams, alongside sketches of clamshells and details of the rake's construction. This work exemplifies Mills' keen interest in documenting the tools and techniques of fishing and maritime life. The precise, almost diagrammatic style of the drawing emphasizes the functional aspects of the clam rake, highlighting the intersection of human ingenuity and natural resources.