Silver Tankard c. 1938

Palmyra Pimentel created this drawing of a silver tankard using graphite and colored pencil. The tankard is depicted with remarkable attention to its metallic sheen. The form and composition convey both solidity and the subtle play of light across its surface. The artist’s approach emphasizes structure through a careful study of proportion, texture, and light. Pimentel's use of gradations creates the illusion of depth and volume. The cylindrical body of the tankard, capped with a tiered lid and accented by a robust handle, suggests a fascination with the interplay between geometric forms and functional design. The neutral background accentuates the metallic surface, rendering it as a play of light and shadow. The texture is smooth, almost reflective, highlighting the object's material presence. This detailed representation of everyday objects elevated to the level of artistic study challenges our perceptions of the mundane, inviting contemplation on the aesthetics inherent in functional items.