Toleware Tin Teapot c. 1940

This watercolor painting by Franklin Syres, c. 1940, depicts a Toleware tin teapot. The teapot features a decorative design of stylized floral motifs in vibrant hues of red, yellow, green, and gold. The detailed brushstrokes and realistic portrayal of the teapot highlight the artist’s skill in capturing the beauty of everyday objects. Toleware, a folk art technique of painting on tin, was a popular decorative art form in the 19th and 20th centuries. Syres' artwork showcases the intricate details and artistic appeal of this traditional craft.