Woman's Slipper 1935 - 1942

This drawing of a woman’s slipper was made by an anonymous artist on a modest-sized piece of paper. The simple line drawing is elegant in its form. I can imagine the artist wanting to capture the essence of this footwear. Maybe they were fascinated by its shape, its purpose, or its connection to the wearer. I’m curious why this artist decided to delineate the slipper so simply, without embellishment, as though they are trying to unearth its pure form. Were they interested in its functionality, or perhaps its cultural significance? The delicate lines, so carefully rendered, suggest a deep respect for their subject. We don't know when this drawing was made, but as artists, we are all in an ongoing conversation, each of us responding to the world, to each other, and to those who came before. I think the anonymity of the artist creates a space for viewers to fill in their own stories and meanings. In a way, the simple drawing invites collaboration.