Spur c. 1936

"Spur" is a watercolor painting by William Hoffman, created around 1936. The painting depicts a detailed and ornate silver spur with a sharp, pointed rowel. Hoffman's artwork is known for its meticulous attention to detail and realistic representation of everyday objects. This painting is a fine example of his style, showcasing the beauty of the spur's craftsmanship through subtle shading and highlights. Hoffman's focus on this Western motif speaks to the popularity of the genre in the 1930s.