Sequined Sneakers, Worn by Lillian F. Schwartz, circa 1984

Summary

Lillian Schwartz is a pioneer of computer-generated art. From 1969-2002, she was a "resident visitor" at Bell Laboratories, producing groundbreaking films, videos, and multimedia works. The Schwartz Collection spans Lillian's childhood into her late career, documenting an expansive mindset, mastery over traditional and experimental mediums alike--and above all--an ability to create inspirational connections between science, art, and technology.

Lillian Schwartz is a pioneer of computer-generated art. From 1969-2002, she was a "resident visitor" at Bell Laboratories, producing groundbreaking films, videos, and multimedia works. The Schwartz Collection spans Lillian's childhood into her late career, documenting an expansive mindset, mastery over traditional and experimental mediums alike--and above all--an ability to create inspirational connections between science, art, and technology.

Artifact

Sneakers

Date Made

circa 1984

Creators

Jordache (Firm) 

Place of Creation

Korean Peninsula 

Creator Notes

Jordache shoes customized by Lillian F. Schwartz.

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

2021.14.578

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of the Lillian F. Schwartz & Laurens R. Schwartz Collection.

Material

Silk (Textile)
Sequins (Spangles)
Rubber (Material)
Suede

Color

Light purple
Purple
Silver (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 4.125 in

Width: 3.875 in

Length: 10.25 in

Inscriptions

on left side of left shoe: JORDACHE (R) label on inside right of left shoe: 2036 WJ / 7 / MADE IN KOREA on right side of right shoe: JORDACHE (R) label on inside left of right shoe: 2036 WJ / 7 1/2 / MADE IN KOREA

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