Woman's Slipper

1935/1942

American 20th Century

Associated Names
American 20th Century

Artist

A thin, elongated shape with smooth contours and pointed ends is centered on the page. The abstract form features gently curving lines suggesting the outline of a leaf or a stylized feather. The simplicity and symmetry of the shape evoke the idea of a delicate, natural object amidst the vastness of the empty background.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    pen and ink on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 27.9 x 22.8 cm (11 x 9 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.2877

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Jean Pezel.

Wikidata ID

Q64534891