Lamp Bracket c. 1940

John H. Tercuzzi rendered this lamp bracket in watercolor, somewhere between 1855 and 1995. Look at the ornate forms of the lamp bracket – the flourishes, curves, and precise details. I imagine Tercuzzi hunched over his work, carefully applying washes of color to capture the metallic sheen and intricate design. It's like a dance between observation and imagination, right? The muted palette gives the piece a sense of age and history. Tercuzzi is in conversation with all the artists who’ve ever tried to capture light, form, and function. You can feel the artist's dedication to his craft – it's all about patience, skill, and a love for the subject. Tercuzzi reminds us that even the most functional objects can be beautiful. It's a testament to the power of art to transform the everyday into something extraordinary.