Cigar Store, 1901 1935 - 1942

"Cigar Store", a watercolor painting by Perkins Harnly (1901-1986), captures the interior of a small shop. Created between 1935 and 1942, the painting offers a glimpse into the everyday life of a bygone era. The detail of the cigar store’s inventory, including shelves stocked with tobacco products, and a cash register suggests an attention to verisimilitude. The artwork is an example of American realism and provides a snapshot of American culture during the early to mid-20th century.