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Studies for Portraits - China Ink - Late 19th Century

Late 19th Century

Portraits is an original artwork realized between the end of 19th century and the beginning of 20th century by Henry Somm. Original black and white pencil drawings on paper attached on cardboard. Dimensions: variable dimensions between 2.5 and 4 cm high. The artwork various portrait sketches of man and female figure. Good conditions except for some foxings and stains. The drawings are hand-signed o signed with the initials of the artist. Henry Somm (Rouen 1844 – Parigi 1907) François Clément Sommier, best known under the pseudonym “Henry Somm,” was born in Rouen in 1844. He attended the local École municipale des beaux-arts and went on in 1867 to Paris, where he studied under Isidore Pils (1813-1875).He moved to Paris in 1860. Between 1873 and 1876 he made many engravings for the magazine Paris à l'eau forte and then at the Cadart printing house. In 1879 and 1889 he participated in the Impressionist exhibitions from the Durand-Ruel gallery in Paris. He collaborated with the newspapers: Le Chat noir...

Characters is an modern artwork realized inmid-20th Century in France. Original china ink on paper. On the back of the work there is a second drawing. Very good conditions. Characters is an excellent modern artwork realized in France in the half of the XIX Century and it shows us several characters in a high room. On the background there is a window with an iron grate. The work depicts also a nude figure on the back of the sheet. The second drawing is realized in pencil and shows us a female reclining nude.

Sentiment is an original drawing in china ink on paper by an Anonymous Artist of the XX century. Sheet dimension: 21 x 26 cm The state of preservation is good except for some stai...

Portrait is a drawing in pencil on paper realized in about 1880 by an Anonymous Artist of the 19th Century. Sheet dimentrion: 36.5 x 25 cm The state of preservation is very good e...

Edouard Goerg (1893 - 1969) Nude and portrait sketches Original black ink drawing Signed with the stamp of the artist Paper size 10 x 13 inches Another drawing on the backside Excel...

Title: Mid Century French Elegant Ink Drawing of Various Female Portrait Sketches Artist: Josine Vignon (French 1922-2022) Medium: Pencil on paper Size: 9.5 (height) x 6.25 (width...

Title: Mid Century French Expressive Ink Studies of Study of Female Faces Artist: Josine Vignon (French 1922-2022) Medium: Pencil on paper Size: 9 (height) x 13 (width) Stamped: Verso Condition: Good Provenance: All the paintings we have by this artist have come from the artist's estate Description: This expressive ink drawing by Josine Vignon features a study of two female faces, each rendered with bold, confident lines that capture the essence of the subjects. The larger face, positioned in the lower portion of the composition, is depicted with sweeping, fluid strokes that convey a sense of movement and intensity. The smaller face above is drawn with more delicate lines, offering a contrasting depiction of serenity and poise. Vignon’s mastery of ink is evident in her ability to convey depth and character with minimal strokes. This drawing would be a valuable addition for collectors interested in portrait studies and the exploration of expression through line work. Josine Vignon’s art...

Vintage Pencil sketch of two figures carrying large billowing fabric by C. Gassier, circa 1930. Signed lower left. Original artwork on paper dis...