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Andy Warhol, Diamond Dust Shoes F.S II 257, 1980

Andy Warhol

Diamond Dust Shoes F.S II 257, 1980
Screen print with diamond dust on Arches Aquarelle wove paper
40 1/4 x 59 3/4 in
102.2 x 151.8 cm
Edition of 60 plus 10 AP
Series: Diamond Dust Shoes
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Andy Warhol's Diamond Dust Shoes series is a visually captivating collection that exemplifies his fascination with consumer culture, glamour, and the transformation of everyday objects into artistic subjects. Created in...
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Andy Warhol's Diamond Dust Shoes series is a visually captivating collection that exemplifies his fascination with consumer culture, glamour, and the transformation of everyday objects into artistic subjects. Created in 1980, this series showcases Warhol's innovative use of diamond dust and his distinctive style of silkscreen printing to depict a series of shoe illustrations.

In this series, Warhol presents a selection of women's shoes rendered in a minimalistic and stylized manner. What sets these artworks apart is Warhol's application of diamond dust—a material made of finely ground glass or synthetic particles—sprinkled onto the surface of the silkscreened images. This use of diamond dust imparts a shimmering, reflective quality to the paintings, creating a dazzling and luxurious effect that mimics the sparkle and allure of diamonds.

The Diamond Dust Shoes series stands as a representation of Warhol's interest in the allure of consumer goods and the association between glamour, wealth, and popular culture. By portraying shoes, an everyday object elevated to symbols of fashion and status, Warhol invites viewers to contemplate the intersection between art, fashion, and material culture.

The artworks in this series often feature bold and contrasting colors, with the diamond dust adding a luminous and almost three-dimensional aspect to the shoes depicted. The juxtaposition of the simplistic shoe designs with the opulent addition of diamond dust creates a striking visual contrast, drawing attention to the allure and mystique surrounding the concept of luxury.

Through the Diamond Dust Shoes series, Warhol explores themes of consumerism, beauty, and the commodification of desire. These artworks serve as a commentary on society's fascination with materialism and the symbolic value attached to fashion and luxury items.

Overall, Andy Warhol's Diamond Dust Shoes series represents a convergence of art, fashion, and luxury, utilizing innovative techniques and materials to transform mundane objects into visually alluring and thought-provoking pieces. The series continues to captivate audiences with its blend of glamour, symbolism, and Warhol's trademark artistic style.


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