{"product_id":"tom-slaughter-water-tower-acrylic-paper-1993-wristwatch-pp","title":"ART-042 Tom Slaughter — \"Water Tower\" 1993 Acrylic on Paper P\/P, Signed, with Artist-Designed Wristwatch, Direct-from-Artist Provenance","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delightful and rare pairing from the celebrated American artist \u003cstrong\u003eTom Slaughter\u003c\/strong\u003e (1955–2014) — an original \u003cstrong\u003eacrylic on paper painting\u003c\/strong\u003e titled \u003cem\u003e\"Water Tower\"\u003c\/em\u003e, signed and dated 1993, together with a \u003cstrong\u003eTom Slaughter artist-designed wristwatch\u003c\/strong\u003e in its original case with paperwork. Provenance: \u003cstrong\u003epurchased directly from the artist\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTom Slaughter\u003c\/strong\u003e 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 \u003cem\u003eThe New York Times\u003c\/em\u003e, 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eWater Tower\u003c\/em\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe companion \u003cstrong\u003eartist-designed wristwatch\u003c\/strong\u003e — 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePainting Details:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tom Slaughter (American, 1955–2014)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water Tower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Acrylic on paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Signed and dated 1993\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesignation:\u003c\/strong\u003e P\/P (Printer's Proof)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImage size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9\" × 7\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFramed size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18\" × 16.25\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWatch Details:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tom Slaughter artist-designed wristwatch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original case and paperwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not currently working — not tested for battery (likely needs new battery only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePainting in good condition. Watch not currently working — not tested for battery (a simple battery replacement may restore function).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurchased directly from the artist — the strongest possible provenance for a work of this kind.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f5f0e8; border-left: 4px solid #c8a96e; padding: 16px 20px; margin-top: 24px; font-family: sans-serif;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #1a1a2e;\"\u003eContact Us for Pricing \u0026amp; Availability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #444; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThis is a one-of-a-kind piece from our curated collection. Please use the \u003cstrong\u003ePrice Inquiry\u003c\/strong\u003e button above or \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"color: #c8a96e; font-weight: 600;\"\u003econtact us here\u003c\/a\u003e for current pricing and availability.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Spatial Art-Works","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54082420408604,"sku":"ART-042","price":1575.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0811\/3877\/8396\/files\/ART-042-Tom-Slaughter-Water-Tower-1993-Acrylic-01_watermarked.jpg?v=1781282394","url":"https:\/\/spatial-art-works.com\/products\/tom-slaughter-water-tower-acrylic-paper-1993-wristwatch-pp","provider":"Spatial Art-Works","version":"1.0","type":"link"}