Black Leather Slipper c. 1940

Melita Hofmann’s “Black Leather Slipper” (c. 1940) is a detailed pencil drawing of a simple black leather slipper. The composition focuses on the shoe's form, meticulously rendered with tonal shading. The drawing's realistic style and focus on everyday objects reflect Hofmann's artistic approach, known for its subtle observations of the world around her. The inclusion of a simple outline of the shoe's sole on the right side of the composition suggests a study of the shoe's design and form.