Baby Shoe 1935 - 1942

This artwork by Gladys Cook titled “Baby Shoe” is a delicate watercolor and ink drawing that showcases a small, intricately-designed shoe. Completed between 1935 and 1942, the drawing features a single shoe in the center, with a detailed outline of a similar shoe above it, giving viewers a complete picture of the design. The shoe has a black fabric upper adorned with intricate embroidery in shades of red, which suggests a focus on detail and craftsmanship. The drawing exemplifies Cook's talent for capturing the beauty of everyday objects.