ART-042 Tom Slaughter — "Water Tower" 1993 Acrylic on Paper P/P, Signed, with Artist-Designed Wristwatch, Direct-from-Artist Provenance

A delightful and rare pairing from the celebrated American artist Tom Slaughter (1955–2014) — an original acrylic on paper painting titled "Water Tower", signed and dated 1993, together with a Tom Slaughter artist-designed wristwatch in its original case with paperwork. Provenance: purchased directly from the artist.

Tom Slaughter was one of the most beloved and distinctive American graphic artists and illustrators of his generation — known for his bold, flat color fields, graphic simplicity, and warm wit that translated effortlessly across fine art, print, and commercial contexts. His work appeared in The New York Times, on posters, album covers, and in gallery exhibitions throughout his career. Slaughter's paintings and prints are actively collected, and his work — particularly signed originals from the 1990s — is increasingly sought after following his death in 2014.

The Water Tower is one of Slaughter's most recognized and beloved subjects — the iconic New York City rooftop water tower, rendered in his signature flat graphic style. This 1993 example is a quintessential Slaughter: immediately recognizable, deeply New York, and timelessly appealing.

The companion artist-designed wristwatch — featuring Slaughter's artwork on the dial — is a rare and collectible artist object, complete with original case and paperwork. Artist-designed watches are a uniquely collectible category, combining functional design with fine art provenance.

Painting Details:

• Artist: Tom Slaughter (American, 1955–2014)
• Title: Water Tower
• Medium: Acrylic on paper
• Date: Signed and dated 1993
• Designation: P/P (Printer's Proof)
• Image size: 9" × 7"
• Framed size: 18" × 16.25"

Watch Details:

• Type: Tom Slaughter artist-designed wristwatch
• Includes: Original case and paperwork
• Condition: Not currently working — not tested for battery (likely needs new battery only)

Condition:

Painting in good condition. Watch not currently working — not tested for battery (a simple battery replacement may restore function).

Provenance:

Purchased directly from the artist — the strongest possible provenance for a work of this kind.