Shoe Sign 1939

"Shoe Sign" is a watercolor painting by Albert Ryder created in 1939. The work depicts a single, isolated brown boot with a lace-up design against a simple, off-white background. The composition emphasizes the shoe's form and texture, suggesting a sense of both elegance and simplicity. While the subject matter is mundane, Ryder's meticulous brushwork elevates the object to an almost iconic status. The painting reflects Ryder's interest in everyday objects as potential subjects for artistic exploration.