French Hardy Poworama SneakersPierre-Yves Roussel · 2011

  • Art movementPop Art
  • Creation date2011
  • MuseumBata Shoe Museum
Sneakers became central to fashion in the 1970s. By the 2000s, many luxury fashion designers started to offer sneakers for both the male and female wardrobe. French designer Pierre Hardy launched his eponymous line of footwear for women in 1999 and for men in 2002. Among his many designs are sneakers that play with primary colors and geometric shapes. This pair of limited edition Poworamas was inspired by the artwork of Pop Artist Roy Lichtenstein and translates the artist’s graphic appeal into wearable art.

Pierre-Yves Roussel (1956 –)

Explore Pierre Hardy (Pierre-Yves Roussel), the acclaimed French footwear designer behind iconic shoes like Hermès' Oran sandal & innovative sneakers. Luxury, style & design excellence.

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About this artwork

  • Title: French Hardy Poworama Sneakers
  • Artist: Pierre-Yves Roussel
  • Year: 2011
  • Format: Landscape
  • Copyright status: Under copyright
  • Where to see it: Bata Shoe Museum
  • Creative period: Contemporary
  • Color palette: Earthy
  • Main color: Phthalo Green
  • Keywords: contemporary footwear, luxury sneaker design, sneaker art collection

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"French Hardy Poworama Sneakers" is attributed to Pierre-Yves Roussel.

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When "French Hardy Poworama Sneakers" was created in 2011, Pierre-Yves Roussel - born in 1956 - was 55 years old.

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