Child's Boot c. 1937

"Child's Boot" is a drawing by Earl Butlin, created in 1937. The artwork depicts a single boot, possibly belonging to a child, rendered in detail with a focus on texture and form. The drawing highlights the artist’s meticulous approach to capturing the everyday object, suggesting an interest in realism and observation. Butlin, who was a prominent artist active from 1855 to 1995, explored a range of subjects throughout his career, and this work exemplifies his interest in everyday objects and their symbolic value.