Wooden Grain Shovel c. 1941

Pearl Davis's "Wooden Grain Shovel" (c. 1941) is a graphite drawing that depicts a simple, wooden shovel. The artist's detailed rendering of the grain of the wood and the shovel's worn surface creates a sense of realism. Davis was a prolific artist who often depicted everyday objects, elevating the mundane to a subject worthy of artistic attention. This work exemplifies her interest in the beauty of utilitarian objects and their role in everyday life.