Flask c. 1936

"Flask" is a watercolor painting by Charles Caseau, executed around 1936. Caseau meticulously depicts a glass flask, showcasing its intricate details and the "ALBANY GLASS WORKS NY" inscription, a testament to its origin. The piece offers a glimpse into the world of 19th-century glassmaking and its industrial design. The watercolor medium captures the translucent quality of glass, creating a sense of depth and light. Caseau's keen observation and realistic approach make this work a captivating study of a seemingly ordinary object.