Shoes and Socks 1973

"Shoes and Socks" is a 1973 etching by Avigdor Arikha, an Israeli-born artist known for his representational style. This print depicts a close-up view of shoes and socks, rendered with a stark and simplified aesthetic. Arikha's masterful use of line and shading creates a strong sense of form and texture, capturing the details of the worn fabric and the shape of the footwear. The composition's intimacy and focus on the ordinary objects of daily life evoke a sense of quiet contemplation and introspection.