Artwork
Saddle Shoe
Saddle Shoe 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
Overview
This watercolour painting, Saddle Shoe, is a 1973 design proposal by Barbara Nessim for Carber Shoes. It showcases a row of high-heeled shoes in various colours.
Subject & Meaning
The painting features a collection of shoes with distinct designs and colour palettes, including black and white, grey, blue, maroon, and brown. The shoes are arranged from left to right, each with unique details such as laces or straps.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of watercolour creates a soft and delicate effect, while maintaining detailed and realistic renderings of the shoes, including visible stitching and texture.
History & Provenance
The painting includes detailed notes on materials beneath the sketches, indicating its original purpose as a design proposal.
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.
