Cradle c. 1936

"Cradle" is a graphite and ink drawing by Edward L. Loper, created circa 1936. The artwork depicts a simple wooden cradle with a canopy. Rendered in muted tones against a pale background, the drawing emphasizes the form and structure of the object. Loper’s focus on domestic objects, often with a sense of nostalgia, is evident in this piece, which evokes a sense of childhood and the passage of time. The work reflects the artist’s interest in realism and meticulous detail, characteristic of his later style.