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Period: Mid-20th Century
Original Edith Head 1940s Sketch Dorothy Lamour Paramount
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Unique and rare opportunity to own an original mixed medium costume sketch drawn by the famous costume designer Edith Head, at Paramount Studios. The drawing was done for Dorothy Lamour and is one of her earliest design sketches circa early 1940s. There are only a few known existing sketches actually drawn by Edith Head herself, and not by one of her sketch artists. The sketch for Lamour’s dress may have been done for the black and white period movie Dixie starring Bing Crosby and Dorothy Lamour. Unframed and in its original unaltered state. To see other examples online by Edith Head see “Silver-Screen-Mode / Edith Head costume...
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American Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Paper

Yves Saint Laurent Original Pencil Croquis
Located in Riverdale, NY
Rare Yves Saint Laurent Original Pencil Croquis from the 1960's. Gifted to an American business partner who help to launch YSL Rive Gauche ...
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French Other Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Paper

Julio González Hand Signed Drawing, 1936
By Julio González
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Drawing by Julio González, 1936 With moisture spots that have been treated and neutralized Julio González was born in Barcelona on September 21, 1...
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Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Paper

Brassaï Lithography Hand Signed
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Lithography hand signed by Brassaï from the book "Historie de Marie" Limited edition of 12/ 126 With some moisture spots Framed on a 20th century ...
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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Paper

Dora Maar Drawing
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Pointillist composition by Dora Maar. Authenticity stamp of the auction that took place in 1998 in Paris. Black ink on cream white paper. 20th century, undated. Frame not inclu...
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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Paper

Rudolf Nureyev, 1965 portrait
Located in Richmond, London
A handsome portrait of Rudolf Nureyev, signed indistinctly lower right and dated '65, pencil on paper. Measures: Unframed: 11 by 14.5 inches Framed: 16...
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English Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Paper

Jared French Portrait Sketch of Chuck Howard
Located in Savannah, GA
Jared French (American, 1905-1988) Portrait sketch of Chuck Howard pencil on paper signed and titled in margin: Charles Howard Feb. 12, 1950 … by ...
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American Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Paper, Glass, Wood

Honore Daumier, Catalogue Raisonné of the Paintings Watercolors and Drawings
Located in valatie, NY
Honore Daumier. Catalogue Raisonné of the paintings watercolors and drawings. Published by New York Graphic Society Ltd., 1968. 1st Limited E...
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American Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Paper

Monumental Axel Salto Budding Vase Watercolor Paper Vintage Mid-Century Danish
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Original artwork by the master. It is in as-found poor condition. It will be shipped in a tube without glass or framing. Pencil signed with information on backing paper, crayon numb...
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Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Paper

Genichiro Inokuma (Japanese 1902-1993) Original Ink Drawing
Located in Sharon, CT
A brushed ink "Abstract Expressionist" drawing on tracing paper. Important modern Japanese artist, exhibited in MOMA's 1966: "The New Japanese Painting and...
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Japanese Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Paper

"Femme Nue" Drawing Signed by Hélion, 1948
Located in Saint ouen, FR
Charcoal on laid paper Signed and dated 4/10/48 by the artist Certificate of Jean Hélion's widow Measures: Work 67 x 52 cm cm Sheet 88 x 70 cm Period frame.
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French Art Deco Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Paper

Italy 1939s Sketch Futurist Poster "Day of Two Crosses" Against Tuberculosis
Located in Milan, IT
Sketch of the futurist poster "Day of two crosses, 16th April 1939, XVII", mixed technique of pastel and water-color, for an Italian campaign against tuberculosis, to inform people a...
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Italian Futurist Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Paper

Vintage Boho Equestrian Drawing on Paper
Located in west palm beach, FL
A unique fusion of vintage charm and bohemian flair inspired by American equestrian culture, this artwork on paper captures the grace and spirit of the open prairies, horses running ...
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North American American Classical Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Paper, Wood, Glass

Vintage Boho Ink Drawing of Nude Man on Paper Signed
Located in west palm beach, FL
Elevate your art collection with this Vintage Boho Ink Drawing of a Nude Man on Paper, signed by the artist. This captivating piece combines bold, expressive lines with a bohemian fl...
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North American Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Glass, Wood, Paper

Vintage Boho Ink Drawing on Paper
Located in west palm beach, FL
Elevate your décor with this Vintage Boho Block Print on Paper. Showcasing intricate patterns and rich, earthy tones, this piece embodies the free-spirited essence of bohemian style....
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North American Bohemian Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Glass, Uranium Glass, Wood, Paper

Italian Midcentury Drawing: Natura Morta, Pencil and Charcoal.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian Painting from the 1960s: Accademia di Belle Arti, Venezia.Overall, charcoal drawing is a dynamic and expressive medium that offers artists a wide range of creative possibilit...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Paper

Italian Drawing: Nude Man, Pencil and Charcoal.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian Drawing: Nude Man, Pencil and Charcoal.Venetian artist drew the portrait of the nude man . Charcoal is valued for its expressive qualities. Overall, charcoal drawing is a d...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Paper

Anatomy Drawing of the Hand in the Style of Mano del Pache
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Charcoal Drawing Inspired by the Mano dell Davide, Venice.Overall, charcoal drawing is a dynamic and expressive medium that offers artists a wide range of creative possibilities. It'...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Paper

Italian Portrait from the 1960s: Accademia di Belle Arti, Venezia
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian Midcentury Large Drawing Natura Morta Pencle and Charcole . Overall, charcoal drawing is a dynamic and expressive medium that offers artists a wide range of creative possib...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Paper

Vintage Boho Ink Line Drawing on Paper of Nude Man
Located in west palm beach, FL
This gorgeous minimalistic line drawing depicts a nude man with his back turned and legs crossed. The subtle addition of tan against a white background make for a tasteful fine art a...
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North American Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Wood, Paper

"Black Man Carrying Green Bananas", Art Deco Drawing, 1930s, in Blue & Green
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Executed in a brilliant palette of sky blue, jade green, ivory and chocolate brown, this striking drawing of a Black male figure carrying a pile of green bananas on his head was done...
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Central American Art Deco Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Paper

George Grosz Nude (Female) Signed Pencil & Charcoal on Paper Original Drawing
By George Grosz
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A classic pencil and charcoal drawing on paper titled “Headless Nude (Female Nude)” by George Grosz. Hand signed bottom right corner and dated 1916. On verso is original gallery tag ...
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German Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Paper

Rene Magritte (Belgian 1898-1967) Two-Sided Nudes Drawing
Located in Nottingham, GB
Pencil study recto/verso drawing depicting female nudes, drawn circa 1940s. Framed and mounted in UV glass. Provenance: Sotheby's, The Remaining Contents of the Studio of Rene Magrit...
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Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Paper

Pen & Ink Drawing of a Woman with a Floral Bouquet
Located in Malibu, CA
Stunning Midcentury pen & ink drawing of a dark haired woman with a floral bouquet, dressed in black & restored in its original black frame. A striking image by an unknown artist.
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Italian Hollywood Regency Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Hardwood, Paper

Sverre Erxson, Swedish artist. Watercolor on paper. Decorative palm tree
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Sverre Erxson (born 1932), Swedish artist. Watercolor on paper. Decorative palm tree. Abstract style. Titled: "Bananplantan" (The Banana Plant). Signed and dated '67 in pencil. In pe...
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Swedish Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Paper

Bertil Wahlberg, listed Swedish artist. Pastel on paper. Figurative composition
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Bertil Wahlberg (1923-1980), listed Swedish artist. Pastel on paper. Figurative composition in a cubist style. 1960s. Signed. In perfect condition. Dimensions: 31.9 cm x 22.9 cm. Tot...
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Swedish Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Other

1970s Abstract Drawing Graphite on Paper by MILTON WILSON (American 1923-2004)
Located in Torquay, GB
Original abstract drawing, pencil and graphite on artist paper, in colours black and white, by Oregon born artist Milton Wilson. This is part of a selection of 3 works marked Oct 76 ...
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American Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Paper

Mid 20th Century Pen & Ink Male Nude Study
Located in Seguin, TX
Circa 1960's pen and ink on paper nude study of a man by Max Jordan long time artistic director for Frost Bros. of San Antonio Texas. Artist stamp lower ...
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American Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Paper

Mid 20th Century Nude Study of Man & Woman
Located in Seguin, TX
Circa 1960's pen and ink nude study of man and woman by Max Jordan long time artistic director for Frost Bros. of San Antonio Texas. Artist stamp lower r...
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American Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Paper

Pencil Drawing by the Bolivian Surrealist Artist, Benjamin Mendoza y Amor Flores
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Pencil Drawing on Paper by the Bolivian Surrealist artist, Benjamin Mendoza y Amor Flores (1935 - 2014), untitled of a Man laying on his back holding a large fish on top of him and b...
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Japanese International Style Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Paper

Sigurd Swane (1879-1973). Mixed media on paper. Landscape with trees
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Sigurd Swane (1879-1973), Danish artist. Mixed media on paper. Landscape with trees. Expressive lines. Mid-20th century. Signed in pencil. In good condition with some paint loss and ...
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Danish Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Other

Evy Låås, well listed Swedish artist. Pastel on paper. Living room interior
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Evy Låås (1923-1999), well listed Swedish artist. Pastel on paper. Living room interior. Colorful palette. Mid-20th century. Signed in pencil. In perfect condition. Dimensions: 63.5...
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Swedish Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Other

Hans Christian Rylander. Colored pencil on paper. Portrait of a man.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans Christian Rylander (1939-2021) Listed Danish artist. Colored pencil on paper. Portrait of a man in an expressionist style. Colorful palette. Signed in pencil HCR '69 (1969). Per...
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Danish Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Other

Mid 20th Century Vintage Charcoal Pen Pastel Oil on Canvas, Framed
Located in west palm beach, FL
A chic drawing of an older gentlemen with a mustache in a tuxedo. This is a very detailed depiction of the man and the monotone colors with the hint of red blush on his face make thi...
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North American Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Wood, Paper

"Roping Sculpture", Drawing of Two Youths w/ Classical Stone Head, Burnt Sienna
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This finely detailed drawing by Peter Todd Mitchell -- famed for his fabric and wallpaper designs after World War II -- depicts two semi-nude male figures maneuvering a Classical stone head...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Paper

A Modernist Ink And Gouache Drawing By Vaclav Vytlacil, Ca' 1945
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A fantastic gouache and ink drawing on paper, mounted on board by Vaclav Vytlacil, ca' 1945. Highly reflective of the style of the period, with influences of African art and NY Abstr...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Paper

Vintage Mid Century Portait Drawing of Woman
Located in Seguin, TX
Vintage mid century charcoal on paper portrait drawing of elegant woman. Signed Crow lower right corner. Displayed in black velvet over wood frame, no glass, age toning, scuff to p...
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American Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Velvet, Paper

Vintage Oil Painting "Remnants of Guernica" by Donna, circa 1970s
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage oil painting "Remnants of Guernica" by Donna circa 1970s A fantastic vintage oi painting of a partial section of Picasso's "Guernica". Done i...
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American Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Masonite

Boston Expressionist School Jason Berger 1962 Original Drawing
By Jason Berger
Located in Greenport, NY
A large charcoal drawing on paper signed Jason Berger, 1962. The framed dimension is 28×35 inches. Matte black wood frame with 8-ply mat. Jason Berger (1924-2010) studied under Karl...
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American Expressionist Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Paper

Odilon Roche Signed Drawing on Paper, "Sketch of Couple, Bandol, France", 1934
Located in Chicago, IL
Framed sketch on paper by Odilon Roche (French, 1868-1947), "Sketch of Couple, Bandol, France", 1934. Frame is giltwood with black painted inlay. Graphite on paper laid on board, s...
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French Art Deco Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Paper

Anonymous, Drawing of Stretching Man, French, c. 1930
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Anonymous, Drawing of Stretching Man, French, c. 1930 ink, graphite H: 16.6 by 13 by 2.75 in. Original Frame
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French Baroque Revival Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Oak

1960s Abstract French Art Still Life Color Lithograph Marcel Mouly
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Modern Abstract Art Still Life Lithograph Beautiful vibrant color Framed art signed by Marcel Mouly listed French Artist. 30 W x 36H x 1 D. Art 20 x 26 Original Unrestored Vi...
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American Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Paper

Cheerful Attraction - Drawing - Mixed Media Graphic - from 1968
Located in Budapest, HU
In the artwork titled "Cheerful Attraction," a clown steps out from the yellow rain towards the sunlit, elegant woman while holding an umbrella. It's created using a mixed technique ...
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Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Paper

Raymond Moretti Original Painting
By Raymond Moretti
Located in Miami, FL
Original painting by Raymond Moretti. Raymond Moretti was a French abstract painter. Combining Hebrew letters, lines, and colors he created dynamic works, which flit in and out of ...
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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Paint

Vintage Framed Pen Drawn Cartoon by "Ole Olsen" from comedians "Olsen & Johnson"
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage Framed Pen Drawn Cartoon by "Ole Olsen" from comedians "Olsen & Johnson". $ This original pen-drawn cartoon depicts a crowd in front of a man on a ...
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Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Paper

Vintage Oil Pastel Drawing on Buff Paper - Signed - Unframed - Mid 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
Vintage floral oil pastel drawing over graphite on buff paper - artist's cipher lower right - unframed - mid 20th century. Good vintage condition - no loss - no damage - no restorat...
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Romantic Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Paper

Art Déco lithograph "Aigle with hare" by Paul Jouve. France 1930s. Signed.
Located in Köln, NW
Art Déco lithograph "Aigle with hare" by Paul Jouve. France 1930s. Paul Jouve (1878-1973) was a very famous French animal painter and sculptor of the Art Déco era. The eagle is a we...
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French Art Deco Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Wood, Paper

Vintage Boho Original Sketch on Paper
Located in west palm beach, FL
Experience the raw beauty of artistic expression with our Vintage Boho Original Sketch on Paper. Handcrafted with soulful strokes, this piece embodies the free-spirited essence of Am...
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American Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Glass, Wood, Paint, Paper

Mette Doller (b. 1925), Danish artist. Mixed media on paper. Rooster. Dated 1959
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mette Doller (b. 1925), Danish artist. Mixed media on paper. Rooster. Dated 1959. Measures: 40 x 30 cm. The frame measures: 1.5 cm. In excellent condition. Signed and dated.
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Danish Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Other

Winold Reiss (attributed) Art Deco Fashion Watercolor
Located in Sharon, CT
An American Art Deco 'fashion plate', in period and in a Winold Reiss style. Reiss, was an artist and designer of many styles, and this unsigned watercolor is in the style of his Emp...
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American Art Deco Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Paper

Willy Eisenschitz Original pastel
Located in Encino, CA
Willy Eisenschitz, "Provence View", "Paysage de Provence" Pastel on paper Measures: H 23" 1/2 x 30" 1/2 x 1/2" with frame H 17" 3/4 x 23" 3/4 (visibl...
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Austrian Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Paper

Ernst Wrede. Pastel on paper. Cubist composition. Ca 1960
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Ernst Wrede (1907-1973), Swedish artist. Pastel on paper. Cubist composition. Colorful palette. Signed. Approximately from the 1960s. In perfect condition. Image dimensions: 49.0 cm ...
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Swedish Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Paper

Male Nude Study in Pencil 1940s
Located in Tilburg, NL
Nude Study in Pencil, Europe, 1940s. Beautiful and well drawn study with a male nude kneeling. Wonderful atmosphere and very elegant. At the underside of the paper there are also a few other drawings of...
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European Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Paper

1930s Designers Drawing Of A Living Room Proposal
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1930s Interior Designers pencil drawing of a proposal of a living room.
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Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Paper

Mid century vintage Academy style female nude study in charcoal
Located in Allentown, PA
This is a mid century vintage female nude study in charcoal. This Academy style charcoal drawing is in a mid century pickled frame with cream and black mat boards. The charcoal drawi...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Paper

Ethel Magafan "Evening Moon" Pen and Ink Drawing
By Ethel Magafan
Located in Garnerville, NY
Ethel Magafan (1916-1993) pen and ink sketch drawing entitled "Evening Mood". Signed lower right. Circa 1950. This piece comes from the Estate of Anton Otto Fischer after Magafan moved to Woodstock, NY where his home and studio were. Good overall condition. Wear consistent with age and not being framed. There is obvious darkening of the paper surface due to the piece originally having an old matte surrounding the sight opening. No visible rips, tears or restorations. Soft corners and edges. Approximately 8" wide x 6" high. Bio: After World War II, many people in the US were on the move, and on the advice of older artist friends in Los Angeles, Arnold Blanche...
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American Rustic Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Paper

Original Car Design Drawing by Gio Ponti for Touring Carrozzeria Milan, 1952
Located in Dronten, NL
Important drawing by Gio Ponti of the Diamante line for Touring Carrozzeria Milan. A similar example pictured on page 167 of Gio Ponti: The Complete Work by Lisa Ponti. Ponti's car ...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Paper

John Charles Ford Pacific Northwest Artist (1929-1977) Marker on Paper Abstract
By John Charles Ford
Located in Oakland, CA
Marker on paper abstract by Pacific Northwest artist John Charles Ford (1929-1977), studied both on the West Coast at the University of Oregon and New York at the Art Students Leagu...
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American Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings

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Glass, Hardwood, Paper

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