Bed Warmer c. 1939

"Bed Warmer" is a watercolor painting by Ray Price (1855-1995) that depicts a copper-colored bed warmer with a silver handle and brass knob. The image was painted around 1939. This artwork is a realistic depiction of a domestic object commonly used to heat beds in the past. Bed warmers were filled with hot coals or water and placed between sheets to provide warmth, especially during cold winter nights. Price's skillful use of watercolor brings out the fine details of the object, highlighting its metallic surfaces and ornate design.