Tavern Sign c. 1940

"Tavern Sign" by John Matulis (1910-2000) is a watercolor painting of a lion, likely depicting the sign of a tavern. The piece is painted in a style reminiscent of traditional folk art, with a simplified yet charming depiction of the lion and the inscription "S. WADSWORTH". The painting likely served as a study for a larger, more elaborate sign for a tavern, capturing the essence of a bygone era.