Artwork
Acrobatic
Acrobatic is a watercolor work on paper by the Contemporary Abstract artist Barbara Nessim. It dates from 1973 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
The "Acrobatic" painting is a striking example of Barbara Nessim's work, and it can be found at the Victoria and Albert Museum.
This image showcases a watercolour painting titled "Acrobatic" by Barbara Nessim, created in 1973. The artwork features four distinct shoes, each with its own unique design and colour palette. The first shoe is brown with a white strap, while the second is blue with a white sole. The third shoe is black with a white strap, and the fourth is red with a brown strap.
Upon closer inspection, the shoes appear to be arranged in a deliberate pattern, with each one overlapping the next. This creates a sense of movement and energy, as if the shoes are in motion. The use of bold colours and simple shapes adds to the dynamic feel of the painting.
The "Acrobatic" painting is a striking example of Barbara Nessim's work, and it can be found at the Victoria and Albert Museum.
Overview
Acrobatic is a 1973 watercolour artwork by Barbara Nessim, originally conceived as a design concept for a shoe to be produced by Carber Shoes.
Subject & Meaning
The piece depicts four distinct shoe designs, each with unique colour schemes and strap details, arranged in an overlapping pattern suggesting movement and energy.
Technique & Style
Characterized by bold colours and simple shapes, the watercolour technique lends a dynamic quality to the composition.
History & Provenance
Created in 1973 for Carber Shoes, the artwork includes accompanying notes specifying suggested materials for the shoe's construction.
Artist & collection
Artist
Barbara Nessim (born 1939) is an American artist, illustrator, and educator whose work has played a significant role in expanding the boundaries between illustration, fine art, and digital media.
