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Woman's Shoe

1935/1942

Melita Hofmann

Associated Names

Melita Hofmann

Artist, American, 1907 - 1976

This is a drawing of a shoe design. The drawing shows a detailed illustration of a shoe with a high ankle design and a primarily pink color palette. The shoe has lacing details on the side and a dark, sturdy-looking heel. There is also a simple outline representing the sole of the shoe to the right. The composition suggests a blend of design innovation with practicality, focusing on both aesthetic appeal and functionality.

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Artwork overview

Medium

colored pencil and graphite on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 29.8 x 22.8 cm (11 3/4 x 9 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.1922

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64614334

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