Shop Sign 1937

"Shop Sign" is a watercolor painting created in 1937 by American artist Henry Murphy (1855-1995). The artwork depicts a carved wooden grape cluster with a hook at the top, likely intended as a sign for a shop selling wine or grapes. The detailed rendering of the grapes and the leaf, as well as the use of soft watercolor tones, create a realistic and inviting image. The artwork showcases Murphy's talent for capturing the beauty of everyday objects in a detailed and evocative manner. The painting exemplifies the artist's ability to combine his interest in naturalism with his focus on commercial design.