Tavern Bust c. 1937

"Tavern Bust" is a watercolor painting by Walter Hochstrasser, created around 1937. The painting depicts a bust of a man wearing a large hat, likely a patron of a tavern. His expression and pose suggest an air of casualness and amusement, capturing the spirit of the tavern environment. Hochstrasser's attention to detail in rendering the man's clothing, hat, and facial features adds realism and depth to the artwork, making it a compelling study of human character. The artwork, though only a bust, captures a moment in time through the use of watercolor. It is a good example of figurative artwork, and provides a look into the life of an individual in the 1930s.