Crockery Pitcher c. 1940

Lucille Manson made this painting of a Crockery Pitcher, and I can imagine her mixing her watercolors, trying to get the exact shade of brown for the top half of the pitcher. What's so interesting about this piece is the way Manson captures the play of light on the ceramic surface. There's a real sense of volume and depth. The brushstrokes are so gentle, almost caressing the paper. It's like she's trying to understand the pitcher, not just represent it. I can see the influence of folk art in her work, with its emphasis on simple forms and everyday subjects. And yet, there's something so personal and intimate about her style. It's as if she's inviting us to share in her quiet contemplation of the world around her. We all build on one another. It’s about an ongoing exchange of ideas across time, inspiring creativity. Painting embraces ambiguity, allowing for multiple interpretations and meanings.