Shoe Buckle

c. 1940

Sylvia Dezon

Associated Names
Sylvia Dezon

Artist, American, 1906 - 1970

This is a drawing of designs featuring buckles. The image shows several illustrations of a buckle design. The most detailed version is at the top center, depicting a rectangular buckle with rounded edges and circular details. Below are more simplified sketches of the same design, with one appearing as an outline and the other showing a partial view. The paper has a yellowish tint, along with a stain or discoloration in the upper left corner. There are also decorative remains of a previous artwork or design. The drawings appear precise and technical, suggesting they were made for design or manufacturing purposes.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 29 x 22.9 cm (11 7/16 x 9 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.17639


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64632959

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