Butter Mold c. 1937

"Butter Mold" is a watercolor on paper by American artist Wilbur M Rice, dating from circa 1937. The artwork depicts a wooden butter mold in intricate detail, emphasizing its shape and the pattern carved into its surface. The design suggests a pineapple, likely reflecting the popularity of this fruit in American cuisine during the 1930s. The artwork is characteristic of Rice's work, which often explored domestic objects and everyday life.