Shoe, Herring, and Book
1833
watercolor
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1833
watercolor
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Shoe, Herring, and Book is a 1833 watercolor by George Loring Brown, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This watercolor painting shows a herring, a book, and a shoe arranged on a table. The herring is placed on a plate, while the book lies open next to it. The shoe is positioned on top of the book. The painting features muted colors, with the herring and book depicted in shades of brown and gray. The shoe is also brown, and the background of the painting is a light beige color. The overall effect is one of quiet simplicity. The painting's use of everyday objects and muted colors creates a sense of intimacy and calm. For more information on the Romanticism movement, which this painting is a part of, explore the movement's key works and artists.
