Artwork
Toe Shoe Boot
Toe Shoe Boot 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 sketch, titled 'Toe Shoe Boot', presents a design concept for a boot intended for potential production.
Subject & Meaning
The sketch depicts two boots: a bright red one with crisscrossing straps and a dark gray one with a simple shape. The boots are labelled with numbers corresponding to material specifications, such as suede and satin ribbons, indicating the artist's attention to detail.
Technique & Style
The watercolour rendering showcases the artist's use of colour and texture to convey contrasting styles, with the red boot appearing bold and the gray one sleek.
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.
