Herta Hausmann

In the Kitchen - Original black pen drawing by Herna Hausmann - Mid-20th century

Mid-20th century

Nude Girl is an original pen drawing on paper realized by Lucien Coutaud in the 1930s. Stamped on the rear "Fond Coutaud" Included a Passepartout: 40x...

Metamorphosis is an original pencil drawing on paper realized by Lucien Coutaud in 1945s. Stamped on the rear "Fond Coutaud" Included a Passepartout: ...

Posing Woman is an original pen drawing on paper realized by Lucien Coutaud in the 1930s. Stamped on the rear "Fond Coutaud" Included a Passepartout: ...

Metamorphosis is an original pencil drawing on paper realized by Lucien Coutaud in 1945. Stamped on the rear "Fond Coutaud" Included a Passepartout: 4...

Stamped with the signature 'chAgAll' (lower left), inscribed '8 90-44 Passy.' (center left) and inscribed 'Carnot 35.40' (lower right) Pen and India ink on paper Executed circa 192...

Andy Warhol is arguably the most important American artist of the 20th century. In the 1950s, he was an in-demand and celebrated illustrator working for New York's toniest publications (like Harper's Bazaar) and elegant shops (such as Bonwit Teller), in addition to many smaller independent fashion companies. In the mid-1950s Warhol became synonymous with shoes after creating a successful campaign for shoe retailer Miller & Sons. Although Warhol had a parallel art practice, primarily focused on drawing, surpassing the designation of “commercial artist” proved difficult. Consider that this era was the height of popularity for the Abstract Expressionist painters. Despite the prevailing aesthetic, Warhol continued to be dedicated to making elegant or playful line drawings. This untitled illustration is an intimate example of Warhol at his best in the 1950's. It is ambiguous whether this was created for a client, or whether Warhol was inspired by an encounter in real life. With the lightest touch, the artist renders a glamorous woman's profile as she holds a young child in her arms. Unique to this drawing is the subtle presence of the child, who rests gently against the woman's chest in a tender embrace yet is almost entirely abstract. This maternal exchange represents an unexpected deviation from Warhol's typical subject matter, possibly serving as a tribute to his own mother, Julia Warhola, whom he admired deeply. This elegant drawing is a marvellous precursor to Warhol's Pop Art era when he became transfixed by images and representation of women. Questions about this piece? Contact us. Visit our Toronto gallery on Thursdays or by appointment. Untitled "Woman in Blue...

Andy Warhol (1928-1987) is arguably the most important American artist of the 20th century. He not only defined Pop Art but had an unrivalled influence on artists and image-making. ...

Andy Warhol is arguably the most important American artist of the 20th century. In the 1950s, he was an in-demand and celebrated illustrator working for New York's toniest publicatio...