Cake Mold c. 1938

Richard Barnett's "Cake Mold" (c. 1938) is a watercolor painting depicting a common household item, a cake mold, on a cream-colored background. The mold's form is depicted in detail, with a focus on the textured surface and the central, star-shaped insert. The artwork showcases Barnett's talent for capturing the subtle nuances of everyday objects, elevating them to a level of artistic appreciation. The painting highlights the artist's keen eye for detail and ability to render the materiality of the subject with accuracy and sensitivity.