20th Century Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Detailed figurative watercolor landscape the Monterey Wharf with figures and boats by Stephen John Skerce (American, 1926-2010). Presented in a wooden frame. Signed "Skerce" lower le...

Medium: Black Watercolor Wash Dimensions: 12.50" x 9.50" Signature: Signed Lower Left Story Illustration. Shipdeck game: men thereading women's needles.

Medium: Charcoal on Illustration Board Signature: Unsigned Caricature by George Wachsteter (1911-2004) of 1930s English character actor Eric Blore, best known for his film roles in ...

This artwork "Landscape" c.1940 is a pastel on paper by noted California artist Edwin C. Siegfried 1889-1955. It is signed at the lower right corner by the artist. The artwork size i...

French Expressionist by Guy Nicod (French 1923 - 2021) watercolour on artist paper, unframed painting : 15.75 x 19 inches provenance: artists estate, France ...

Signed lithograph by awarded artist Miguel Conde. The artist is known for his mastery of engraving. His drawings and other art forms are sought after and his artwork is part of vario...

Pencil Sketch of a Man with Cigarette pencil drawing on artist paper painting: 9 x 6.5 inches provenance: private collection, England condition: very good and sound condition Descri...

Flowers is a modern artwork realized by Arturo Pagano in the 1980s. Watercolor drawings. Good conditions.

SUSIE Q. SMITH Medium: Newspaper comics Distributed by: King Features Syndicate First Appeared: 1945 Creators: Linda and Jerry Walter 6.5 X 18 Like her contemporaries, Aggie Mack, Candy and Patsy Walker (before her conversion to a superhero), Susie Q. Smith was a female Archie-type — not exactly an imitator, because Archie, who had started only four years earlier, hadn't yet become popular enough to spawn imitators, but part of his genre. She attended high school, where her teachers often seemed unreasonable to her, interacted with the opposite gender in a typically adolescent way, and her parents didn't completely understand her. And she was cute and perky as only a teenage girl can be. Susie was the star of a comic strip distributed by King Features, the biggest of the comic strip syndicates, whose other offerings have ranged from Jackys Diary to Prince Valiant. King launched the strip in both daily and Sunday form in 1945. Daily, she was only in a panel at first, but it expanded into a full, multi-panel strip on February 7, 1953. In a very odd turn of events, in 1953 the Walters chose to leave King Features behind and hitch their wagon at the McNaught Syndicate. The creators were Harold "Jerry" Walter and his wife, Linda. Jerry was also responsible for Jellybean Jones, who has nothing to do with Jughead Jones's young sister, a modern-day addition to the Archie cast of characters. Together, they did The Lively Ones during the 1960s. Though each was capable of doing both major jobs in comic strip production, their usual working method was for Jerry to dream up the ideas and write the dialog, while Linda did the artwork. The Walters also collaborated on a series of Susie Q. Smith comic books for Dell Comics. Instead of reprinting newspaper strips, these ran new stories by the Walters. Between 1951 and '54, four issues were published as part of the Four Color Comics series, where many minor comic strips, including Dotty Dripple, Timmy and Rusty Riley had found a home. It had no other media spin-offs. Susie Q. Smith had a respectable run in the newspapers, but it ended in 1959. Jerry Walter (1915 - 2007) was an abstract expressionist artist whose output of energetic and colorful paintings were the products of the rich artistic milieu of post-war New York City. He was born Harold Frank Walter in Mount Pleasant, Iowa on November 25, 1915. After graduating from Colgate University in 1937, Walter moved to New York City, where he studied drawing and painting at the New School and the Art Students’ League. Before concentrating seriously on his art, he spent several years as a successful copywriter and idea man for the advertising agencies of J. Walter Thompson, McCann Ericson, and BBDO. During this time, he also worked as a syndicated cartoonist. Collaborating with his wife, Linda, his best-known series was Susie Q. Smith, which first appeared in 1945 and described as a “female Archie type.” Very popular, the cartoon was later the subject of a series of comic books published from 1951 to 1954. After serving in the United States Army for three years during World War II, Walter began to paint seriously. He ascribed his earliest artistic influence to Joan Miró, whose Dog Barking at the Moon (1926) he viewed when he was twelve, the year he published his first cartoon. Walter later wrote that jazz, “the first native expression of so-called modernism” was a strong influence on his work. During the later 1940s, Walters spent time at the Research Studio in Maitland, Florida. Founded in 1937 by artist and architect J. André Smith and supported by the philanthropist Mary Curtis Bok, the Research Studio was a lively colony that hosted prominent artists, including Milton Avery, Ralston Crawford, and Doris Lee. While at the Studio, Walter’s work was purchased by Frank Crowninshield. A founding trustee of the Museum of Modern Art and editor of Vanity Fair, Crowinshield was a noted collector; his collection included important works by Pablo Picasso, Marc Chagall, Henri Matisse, Edgar Degas, George Bellows, and Pierre Bonnard. Returning to New York after his time at the Studio, Walter became an active member of the New York school of the abstract expressionist movement, and in the summer of 1956, Walter exhibited 13 paintings and a selection of drawings at New York’s Chase Gallery. The adroit manipulation of both color and composition evident in his work shows the influence of Abstract Expressionism, particularly Willem de Kooning, Arshile Gorky, and Hans Hofmann. illustrator and female cartoonist Linda Walter was the talented female mind behind the beloved "Susie Q. Smith" comic strip. She played an instrumental role in shaping the cultural landscape through her vibrant illustrations. Known for the timeless charm of the "Susie Q. Smith" comic strip, Linda's artistry brought joy and laughter to countless readers during the 1950s and continues to resonate with fans across generations. She was part of the Woodstock artists community. from Women in Comics: Linda Walter was the artist of newspaper strip Susie Q. Smith, which was written by her husband, Jerry. It was syndicated by King Features Syndicate and ran from 1945 to 1959. The Walters also contributed original Susie Q. Smith stories to Dell's Four Color comic books from 1951 to 1954. From 1964-1965, they created a singled panel comic called The Lively Ones. Vintage Golden Age of Comics era. The Golden Age of Comic Books describes an era in the history of American comic books from 1938 to 1956. During this time, modern comic books were first published and rapidly increased in popularity. The superhero archetype was created. Between 1939 and 1941 Detective Comics (DC) and its sister company, All-American Publications, introduced popular superheroes such as Batman and Robin, Wonder Woman, the Flash, Green Lantern, Doctor Fate, the Atom, Hawkman, Green Arrow and Aquaman. Timely Comics, the 1940s predecessor of Marvel Comics, had million-selling titles featuring the Human Torch, the Sub-Mariner, and Captain America. Another notable series was The Spirit by Will Eisner. Dell Comics' non-superhero characters (particularly the licensed Walt Disney animated-character comics) outsold the superhero comics of the day. The publisher featured licensed movie and literary characters such as Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, Roy Rogers and Tarzan. Additionally, MLJ's introduction of Archie Andrews in Pep Comics #22 (December 1941) gave rise to teen humor comics, with the Archie Comics...

Date: 1927 Medium: Watercolor on Paper Dimensions: 9.25" x 14.25" Signature: Signed Lower Right

This artwork "Landscape with Trees" 1909 is a watercolor on paper by noted American artist Frederick Leo Hunter, 1858-1943 It is signed and dated at the lower right corner by the artist. The artwork size is 9.5 x 14 inches, framed is 18.5 x 22.35 inches. It is framed in a custom wooden gold frame, with gold color spacer and fabric matting. It is in very good condition. About the artist. Frederick Leo Hunter was born in New York City in 1858. He was known for street scene paintings and etchings of...

The Figures is a drawing artwork realized by Gabriele Galantara artist in early 20th century  Pencil and china ink on paper Good condition.

Artist: Ian Hornak (1944-2002) Title: Renaissance Male Nude Figure Study Year: circa 1963 Medium: Original drawing on vélin Strathmore paper Size: 23 x 18 inches Condition: Good Prov...

The wake up is an original drawing in pencil and china ink realized by Gabriele Galantara in 1910 for the front of a new newspaper. Titled in Italian "La Sveglia". The state of pre...

Signed lower right, "Amy Burnett" and dated 1992. A substantial watercolor and gouache study of a bearded and weathered cowboy wearing a dun-colored, broad-brimmed hat, and showing ...

This artwork titled "Ballerina" c.1950 is a watercolor on paper by French noted artist Charles Kiffer, 1902-1992. It has the estate stamp of the artist on the back. The artwork size ...

Neues Album is an original modern rare book illustrated by Wilhelm Busch (Wiedensahl, 15 aprile 1832 – Mechtshausen, 9 gennaio 1908) in 1925. First augm...

Ink and watercolor drawing realized by Gabriel Fourmantraux (1886-1984) in 1930s. Matted, mat dimensions cm. 45x24. Very good condition. Gabriel Fourmantraux was an important fren...

Norman Basil Town (British, 1915 – 1987) A dance at the fair Gouache on paper 7.7/8 x 13 in. (20 x 33 cm.) Norman Basil Town (1905–1984) was a British artist known for his evocativ...

Artist: Ian Hornak (1944-2002) Title: Renaissance Male Nude Figure Study Year: circa 1963 Medium: Original drawing on vélin paper Size: 23 x 18 inches Condition: Good Provenance: Est...

Karl Feiertag (c.1874-1944) was an Austrian painter. He studied painting at the Academy of Fine Arts Vienna with Franz Rumpler, Kasimir Pochwalski, and J...

Roman countryside is an original modern artwork realized by Robert Werner in the early 20th Century. Mixed colored ink and watercolor on paper. Hand signed on the lower margin. In...

The Strange Fairy is an original contemporary artwork realized by a European Artist in the second half tf 20th Century. Mixed colored oil on board. Hand signed by the artist with ...

John Rattenbury Skeaping. English ( b.1901 - d.1980 ). Guardian, Cowboy And Horseman Of The Camargue, 1970. Pastel On Paper. Signed & Dated Lower Right. Paper size 15.2 inches x 2...

African tapestry is an original modern work realized in Cotton blanket in mid-20th century by a malinese manufacture. Bogolan technique depicting a village scene, Dogon (Mali). The...

This artwork Titled "Old Monterey Street Scene, Monterey California" c.1970, is a large watercolor on heavy Arches watercolor paper by Carmel impressionis...

French Landscape by Bernard Labbe (French mid 20th century) original gouache on artist paper mounted on card, unframed size: 15.75 x 19.5 inches condition: very good and ready to be ...

Leonard Tsuguharu FOUJITA Playing Kids, c. 1950 Original pencil drawing Signed bottom right On paper 30.5 x 22 cm PROVENANCE : - Christies, NYC (december 2019) - Kimiyo Foujita Estate sale, Cornette de Saint Cyr Paris, october 28...

Harold Dearden (British, 1888 – 1962) Farm helpers sorting a farm crop Set of four watercolours 16.3/4 x 17.1/8in.

Work on paper

Norman Basil Town (British, 1915 – 1987) Preparing the nets Pen and ink 7.7/8 x 5.1/4in. (19.1/2 x 13 in.) Norman Basil Town (1905–1984) was a British artist known for his evocative...

Jim’s of Lambertville is proud to offer this artwork by: Martha Walter (1875-1976) Born in Philadelphia in 1875, Martha Walter attended Girls’ High School followed by the Pennsylva...

Rio della Misericordia. October 1924. Watercolor. 14 x 8 3/4. McBey did a striking nocturnal view of the bridge in his 1926 drypoint, The Bridge by Night Carter 232. Signed and dated, lower right; titled verso. Housed in a French mat and a 22 x 16 1/2-inch gold leaf frame. The Rio Della Misericordia ( from the Venetian to the Misericordia Canal ) is a canal from Venice in the sestiere of Cannaregio, Contrada San Marzillan in Italy. The river runs along the old Servite convent. The canal is crossed by two bridges, from east to west: the San Marziale spawning linking the campo of the same name with the Fondamenta de la Misericordia and the dei dei Servi or Betania linking the Mensa di Betania to the Fondamenta de la Misericordia . Born in Newburgh near Aberdeen, James McBey attended evening classes at Graydon's School of Art and taught himself etching, building his own press at the age of fifteen. He moved to London to prepare for a one-man show at Goupil's Gallery, and shortly after this highly successful first show, he traveled to Morocco with James Kerr...

Para Celso, 1984 by Enrique Grau Graphite on paper Image size: 23 in H x 18 in W Signed in the lower right corner. Great condition with flaws. Provenance...

Norman Basil Town (British, 1915 – 1987) The Deposition Gouache on paper 9.1/2 x 6.1/8 in. (24.2 x 15.5 cm.) Norman Basil Town (1905–1984) was a British artist known for his evocati...

The Power is a modern artwork by Gabriele Galantara (1865-1937) in the early 20th century. The artwork was in mixed media of ink and white lead on paper. Included a Passepartou: 50...

Men of Power is a modern artwork by Gabriele Galantara (1865-1937) in the early 20th century. Two drawings attached to Cardbard artwork have been realized in ink on paper. Included...

Watercolor drawing on paper realized by Mino Maccari in 1940s. Hand signed lower left. Very good condition.

Norman Basil Town (British, 1915 – 1987) Washer woman Pen and ink 8 x 6 in. (20 x 15 cm.) Norman Basil Town (1905–1984) was a British artist known for his evocative religious and al...

Alan Davie, Scotland (1920-2014). Gouache painting with watercolor 'Village Myth' Hand signed ('with love') lower left, 1982 Dimensions: with frame 37.5"H x 30.25"W; image, 28"H x 22.5"W. James Alan Davie (1920 – 2014) was a Scottish painter and musician. Davie was born in Grangemouth, Scotland in 1920, the son of Elizabeth (née Turnbull) and James William Davie, an art teacher and painter who exhibited at the Salon des Artistes Français in 1925. During this formative period Davie discovered the poetry of Walt Whitman and T.S. Eliot, whose prose is echoed in letters home as well as his own verses. Alan Davie studied at Edinburgh College of Art from 1937 to 1941. An early exhibition of his work came through the Society of Scottish Artists. After the Second World War, Davie played tenor saxophone in the Tommy Sampson Orchestra, which was based in Edinburgh and broadcast and toured in Europe. He also earned a living making jewellery during the postwar period. Davie began teaching basic design in the jewellery department at London’s Central School of Arts and Crafts led by the Scottish artist William Johnstone, where colleagues included artists Nigel Henderson, Eduardo Paolozzi, Richard Hamilton and Patrick Heron. In 1961, Davie’s jewellery was featured in The International Exhibition of Modern Jewellery at London’s Goldsmith’s Hall, a milestone in the history of jewellery making in Britain where an impressive roster of international and British artists including Alexander Calder, Naum Gabo, Victor Pasmore and John McHale...

Countryside is an original painting in watercolor by an anonymous French artist of the XX century. The state of preservation is good and aged with signs of time on it, with two small...

Pen drawing and watercolor on paper realized by Mino Maccari in 1930s. Hand signed lower right. Very good condition. On the verso: male portrait, charcoal and watercolor on paper.

Watercolor drawing on paper realized by Mino Maccari in 1930s. Hand signed in the bottom center. Very good condition.

Henri POEY (1910-1998) Mask, circa 1930 Charcoal on paper Mounted on cardboard Signed lower left 22.5 x 21.5 cm black lacquered oak frame : 30 x 30 cm Little biographical informat...

Norman Basil Town (British, 1915 – 1987) Covering sorrow Ink on paper 7 x 11.3/4 in. (17.8 x 29.5 cm.) Norman Basil Town (1905–1984) was a British artist known for his evocative rel...

William Thon, 'The Ruby R', watercolor, c. 1990. Signed, lower right; titled verso. A fine, expressionist work, on off-white watercolor paper; the image extending to the sheet edges....

Clearly an ironic title, 'Bedtime Story,' conjures up homey childhood experiences -- not over-sized, cigar-smoking, and alcohol-abusing, French soldiers. The artist who made Bedti...

The Beach is a drawing realized in the mid-20th century by Jean Denis Maillart. Watercolor and pencil on paper.  The state of preservation is good with foxing. The artwork represe...

In the 1950s and 60s Grambs worked on many commissions. The symmetrical nature of the drawing suggests it was for a book or magazine project with facing pages -- possibly a cookboo...

Three figures is a modern artwork realized by Artist of 20th century Mixed colored drawing on paper. Hand signed on the lower margin. Includes frame.

This artwork "Harbor Scene" 1975, is a watercolor on paper by Latvian artist Paul Duskins, 1928-1996. It is signed and dated at the lower right corner by the artist. The artwork size...

Poster Sketch for fashion advertising for FACIS, Italian Pret-a-Porter company. Italian Pop art Water-colour, ink and pencil on paper. Size with black ...

Watercolor on heavy paper realized by Carlo Ravagnan in 1970s. Hand signed lower left. Excellent condition.

José Luis Cuevas, Mexican (1934 - 2017) - Whispering Figure, Year: 1980, Medium: Ink and Graphite on Paper, signed and dated top right, Size: 7.75 x 10.75 in. (19.69 x 27.31 cm), ...

The boy at the sea is an original drawing on pencil realized by Anthony Roaland in 1980. Hand-signed and dated by the artist on the lower right margin. The boy is depicted with a ...

Portrait is a modern artwork realized in the Mid-20th Century. China ink. Good conditions.

A classic Emil Ganso nude. Quite large, the sheet is 14 1/8 x 21 inches and the image goes all the way across the sheet from left to right. Very delicately drawn - especially for Ganso.

Date: 1920s Medium: Gouache and Watercolor on Artist Board Dimensions: 19.00" x 13.00" Signature: Unsigned The 1920’s painting most likely is the original cover art...

Nude is an original drawing in pencil realized in the early 20th Century and attribute to Gaspard Maillot (1880-1946). Good Conditions except for some small holes The artwork is re...

1948 Nude Study of woman's back with sanquine and charcoal. Titled "Diana" by Carlo Taliabue (Italian/American). Signed and dated lower right corner. Titled upper right corner. Image...