Ruby Vase c. 1936

"Ruby Vase" is a watercolor painting by Ralph Atkinson, created around 1936. The painting depicts a ruby-colored glass vase with a distinctive chevron pattern, rendered with meticulous detail. Atkinson, known for his still life compositions, showcases the vase against a simple, off-white background, allowing the vibrant hues and intricate design of the vase to take center stage. The artwork's focus on the beauty of everyday objects is characteristic of the still-life genre, and its detailed representation of the vase's form and texture captures the artist's keen observational skills.