Butter Mold 1935 - 1942

Editor: Here we have Florence Choate's "Butter Mold," a pencil drawing created sometime between 1935 and 1942. It’s quite a simple study, almost like an architectural blueprint of a kitchen tool. What do you see when you look at this piece? Curator: Ah, Florence Choate. I imagine her sketching this with a mischievous glint in her eye, almost as if she's conspiring with the humble butter mold. For me, it's more than just a utilitarian object rendered in pencil; it's about elevating the everyday. Look at how carefully she renders the texture! It's as though she's asking us, "When was the last time you truly *looked* at something so commonplace?" Makes you wonder what else she found beautiful in her daily life, doesn't it? What's *your* read? Editor: I do see what you mean by elevation; it is more than just a quick sketch. Maybe it is the crisp lines of the drawing itself or that there is something almost symbolic in taking the time to create it. Is there something subversive about it, do you think? Curator: Subversive is a strong word, but there is, perhaps, a quiet act of rebellion against the expected, you know? It's a subtle nudge towards finding beauty in the mundane, maybe even a comment on the value of domestic work, things typically unseen. It whispers, “Don’t overlook the simple joys; they're full of potential." Maybe we all need to draw more butter molds, yes? Editor: I completely agree. I'll definitely look at everyday objects a little differently from now on. Thanks for opening my eyes, and I’ll grab my pencils!