Diamond Dust Shoes
Print; likely a high-quality poster or lithograph reproduction on paper. • Andy Warhol (after); likely a licensed museum or gallery reproduction.
Style & Movement
Pop Art
Medium & Technique
Screenprint (offset or lithographic reproduction); based on the original technique which used screenprinting with diamond dust (crushed glass) on a polymer ground.
Creation Period
Late 20th century to modern reproduction (Original series created in 1980).
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 24 x 18 inches (visible area); Portrait format.
Subject Description
An assortment of women's dress shoes scattered across a dark background. The composition uses high-contrast, non-naturalistic colors like pink, turquoise, and yellow. It references Warhol's early career as a fashion illustrator for I. Miller.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good/Very Good; the print appears flat without visible rippling, though the frame is basic decorative wood.
Estimated Market Value
$50 - $150 (as a decorative reproduction/poster).
Auction Estimate
$30 - $100
Provenance History
Unknown; likely an open-edition retail or museum shop purchase given the standard framing and lack of visible numbering/signature.
Art Historical Significance
Representational of Warhol's return to his commercial roots in the late 1970s and 1980s. The original 'Diamond Dust' series was a commercial success that bridged the gap between consumer products and high art.
Notable Features
The composition mimics the 'all-over' style popularized by Abstract Expressionists but applies it to high-fashion consumer objects.
Condition Issues
Possible light fading if exposed to UV; minor surface dust on glass; non-archival mounting may lead to acid burn over long periods.
Conservation Recommendations
Upgrade to UV-protective glass and acid-free matting to prevent yellowing and fading. Keep out of direct sunlight.