Wash Bowl and Pitcher c. 1938

Frank Fumagalli made this watercolor painting of a wash bowl and pitcher at some point during his long life. You can almost see him there, carefully rendering each facet of the metal with gentle gradations of gray and white, adding subtle details to capture the light. I wonder what Fumagalli was thinking about as he painted this utilitarian object? Was he interested in the play of light on its surface, or perhaps the way its geometric design reflected the aesthetics of his time? Look at the way he’s handled the pitcher’s handle. It’s so elegant and refined, like a dancer’s arm. I find it interesting how artists engage with the world around them, finding beauty and inspiration in everyday objects. And how, through the act of painting, they transform these objects into something new, something that invites us to pause, reflect, and see the world in a different light. Bravo, Frank!