1957 Lithograph Hespi Nude Woman Art Herbert Levine Shoes Footwear Fashion AEF6

This is an original 1957 single-sided lithograph by Hespi, which was intended to promote the "pretty shoes that nobody needed but, everybody wanted" (Beth Levine). Indeed, for years she and her husband Herbert Levine created and sold shoes that decorated the feet of posh women from First Ladies to Hollywood stars in high fashion stores such as Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, Harrods of London and many more. Today, many have become highly collectible and have been displayed in museums around the world. Unfortunately, the company shut down in 1975, but was revived in 2008 by Bernardo Footwear LLC.

This is not a lithograph "after" the artist. This lithograph was created by the original artist on the lithograph plate, and is, therefore, a true original lithograph.

Period Paper has obtained an extraordinary, ultra-rare collection of original lithographs by some of the premier graphic artists of the 1950's. These lithographs were produced for an annual art event in the 1950's for local businesses and major corporations largely based in New York. Historically important for corporate archivists, these are extremely rare to locate and are virtually unseen individually. The original lithographs were produced in only one edition, and included just 2,000. These lithographs are perhaps the most unique, rare, important advertising collectibles that exist for businesses and corporations.

CONDITION

This 57+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine+. No aging. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage.

• Product Type: Original Lithograph; Color
• Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine+
• Dimensions: Approximately 8.5 x 11 inches; 22 x 28 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

This piece was illustrated by Hespi. Artist signature in print - bottom right of image.

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