Fish Shop Sign 1939

"Fish Shop Sign" is a 1939 drawing by Henry Murphy, a British artist known for his detailed and realistic depictions of animals. The artwork portrays a single fish, likely a herring, depicted in profile against a plain background. Murphy's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the textured scales and fins, which are rendered with a delicate line and subtle shading. This drawing serves as a testament to Murphy's mastery of the medium, capturing the essence of its subject with a naturalism that is both captivating and informative.