Skip to main content
  • Design Credit: Kacy Ellis, Photo Credit: Wynn Myers. Dimensions: H 13.5 in. x W 13.5 in.
  • Design Credit: Jeremiah Brent Design, Photo Credit: Nicole Franzen. Dimensions: H 13.5 in. x W 13.5 in.
  • Design Credit: Sarah Shetter, Photo Credit: Boris Breuer. Dimensions: H 13.5 in. x W 13.5 in.
  • Want more images or videos?
    Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 24

Augustus Edwin John
Portrait of a Lady

Circa: 1910

$12,000

About

An original signed red and black chalk drawing on wove paper by British artist Augustus Edwin John (1878-1961) titled "Portrait of a Lady", c. 1910. Hand signed by John lower right. The lady depicted in this drawing is possibly one of his more known models, Edie McNeill. Provenance: estate of notable musician Enoch Light, New York, NY; acquired from Knoedler Gallery, New York, NY retaining their original gallery label on verso. Recently framed in a deep gold ornate moulding with silk matting, gold filet, and museum glass. Framed size: 13.5" x 13.5". Sheet size: 8.38" x 8.88". Image size: 5.13" x 5.13". Some UV staining to sheet and a few faint foxmarks. In otherwise very good condition with rich color. Augustus John, in full Augustus Edwin John, (born January 4, 1878, Tenby, Pembrokeshire, Wales—died October 31, 1961, Fordingbridge, Hampshire, England), Welsh painter who was an accomplished portraitist, muralist, and draughtsman. John studied at the Slade School of Fine Art in London from 1894 to 1898. By age 20 he had won a reputation as one of the most brilliant draughtsmen in England. His portraits and other paintings done around 1900 gained attention for their vigour and skillful technique. John was greatly influenced by the work of Old Master painters, especially Peter Paul Rubens, as can be seen in the strong and sensuous Smiling Woman (c. 1908), a portrait of John’s second wife, Dorelia. John was known as a colourful personality who adopted an individualistic and bohemian lifestyle. Intrigued by gypsy culture and the Romany language, he spent periods traveling with gypsy caravans over Wales, Ireland, and Dorset. He based much of his work on these experiences, such as the painting Encampment on Dartmoor (1906). John was more modern in his approach to landscape painting, as seen in the bright palette and loose brushwork of paintings such as Llyn Trewereyn (1911–12) and The Little Railway, Martigues (1928).

Details

Shipping & Returns

  • Shipping
    Retrieving quote...
    Ships From: Saint Augustine, FL
  • Return Policy

    A return for this item may be initiated within 3 days of delivery.

1stDibs Buyer Protection Guaranteed
If your item arrives not as described, we’ll work with you and the seller to make it right. Learn More
About the Seller
5.0
Located in Saint Augustine, FL
Platinum Seller
These expertly vetted sellers are 1stDibs' most experienced sellers and are rated highest by our customers.
Established in 1978
1stDibs seller since 2015
1,082 sales on 1stDibs
Typical response time: <1 hour
More From This SellerView All
  • Pavillon dans les Arbres (Pavilion in the Trees)
    By Henri Le Sidaner
    Located in Saint Augustine, FL
    An original drypoint etching on Rives BFK paper by French artist Henri Le Sidaner (1862-1939) titled "Pavillon dans les Arbres (Pavilion in the Trees)", 1928. Issued unsigned, though...
    Category

    1920s Post-Impressionist Landscape Prints

    Materials

    Drypoint, Etching

    Pavillon dans les Arbres (Pavilion in the Trees)

    Henri Le Sidaner
    Pavillon dans les Arbres (Pavilion in the Trees), 1928

    $500
  • Maisons sur la Rivière, Canal à Nemours (Houses on the River, Nemours Canal)
    By Henri Le Sidaner
    Located in Saint Augustine, FL
    An original lithograph on cream wove paper by French artist Henri Le Sidaner (1862-1939) titled "Maisons sur la Rivière, Canal à Nemours (Houses on the River, Nemours Canal)", 1925. ...
    Category

    1920s Post-Impressionist Landscape Prints

    Materials

    Lithograph

    Maisons sur la Rivière, Canal à Nemours (Houses on the River, Nemours Canal)

    Henri Le Sidaner
    Maisons sur la Rivière, Canal à Nemours (Houses on the River, Nemours Canal), 1925

    $400
  • La Loge (The Lodge)
    By Louis Legrand
    Located in Saint Augustine, FL
    An original drypoint etching on cream wove paper by French artist Louis LeGrand (1863-1951) titled "La Loge (The Lodge)", 1911. Issued unsigned, though signed in the plate (printed s...
    Category

    1910s Post-Impressionist Figurative Prints

    Materials

    Drypoint, Etching

    La Loge (The Lodge)

    Louis Legrand
    La Loge (The Lodge), 1911

    $400
  • Fetching Water by the River
    By Henry John Yeend King
    Located in Saint Augustine, FL
    An original signed oil painting on canvas by English artist Henry John Yeend King (1855-1924) titled "Fetching Water by the River", c. 1890. Hand signed by King lower left. Provenanc...
    Category

    1890s Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings

    Materials

    Canvas, Paint, Oil

    Fetching Water by the River

    Henry John Yeend King
    Fetching Water by the River, Circa: 1890

    $14,000
  • Le Perron (The Porch)
    By Henri Le Sidaner
    Located in Saint Augustine, FL
    An original lithograph on soft cream smooth wove paper by French artist Henri Le Sidaner (1862-1939) titled "Le Perron (The Porch)", 1911. Issued unsigned, though signed in the plate...
    Category

    1910s Post-Impressionist Landscape Prints

    Materials

    Lithograph

    Le Perron (The Porch)

    Henri Le Sidaner
    Le Perron (The Porch), 1911

    $600
  • La Nappe Rose (The Pink Tablecloth)
    By Henri Le Sidaner
    Located in Saint Augustine, FL
    An original drypoint etching on Rives BFK paper by French artist Henri Le Sidaner (1862-1939) titled "La Nappe Rose (The Pink Tablecloth)", 1928. Issued unsigned, though signed in th...
    Category

    1920s Post-Impressionist Still-life Prints

    Materials

    Drypoint, Etching

    La Nappe Rose (The Pink Tablecloth)

    Henri Le Sidaner
    La Nappe Rose (The Pink Tablecloth), 1928

    $700
You May Also Like
  • Portrait of a Young Woman
    By Paul César Helleu
    Located in Broadway, GB
    This portrait by Paul César Helleu features the head and neck of an elegant woman, with a direct gaze looking outward toward the viewer. Helleu worked as a painter and an engraver in...
    Category

    19th Century Post-Impressionist Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

    Materials

    Chalk

    Portrait of a Young Woman

    Paul César Helleu
    Portrait of a Young Woman

    $15,722
  • Orange Masque - Abstracted Portrait in Conte Crayon on Paper
    By Michael William Eggleston
    Located in Soquel, CA
    Brightly colored portrait by Michael William Eggleston (American, 20th Century). A cubist-style portrait depicts an abstracted person wearing an orange mask over their eyes. This pie...
    Category

    21st Century and Contemporary Fauvist Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

    Materials

    Conté, Paper

    Orange Masque - Abstracted Portrait in Conte Crayon on Paper

    Michael William Eggleston
    Orange Masque - Abstracted Portrait in Conte Crayon on Paper, 2000s

    $750
  • Niño by Diego Rivera
    By Diego Rivera
    Located in New Orleans, LA
    Diego Rivera 1886-1957 Mexican Niño Signed and dated “Diego Rivera 1935” (lower left) Charcoal and sanguine on rice paper A rebel against the traditional school of painting, Dieg...
    Category

    20th Century Post-Impressionist Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

    Materials

    Charcoal, Rice Paper

    Niño by Diego Rivera

    Diego Rivera
    Niño by Diego Rivera, 1935

    $98,500
  • Ruslan (Swedish Boy), Mixed media on ochre parchment
    By Howard Tangye
    Located in London, GB
    Howard Tangye (b.1948, Australia) has been an influential force in fashion for decades. Lecturing at London’s Central Saint Martins for 35 years, including 16 years as head of BA Wom...
    Category

    2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

    Materials

    Gouache, Archival Paper, Handmade Paper, Vellum, Pen, Pencil, Carbon Pen...

    Ruslan (Swedish Boy), Mixed media on ochre parchment

    Howard Tangye
    Ruslan (Swedish Boy), Mixed media on ochre parchment, 2010-2011

    $6,898
  • Oscar (Sitting, Head on Chair), Mixed media on Pergamenata parchment
    By Howard Tangye
    Located in London, GB
    Howard Tangye (b.1948, Australia) has been an influential force in fashion for decades. Lecturing at London’s Central Saint Martins for 35 years, including 16 years as head of BA Wom...
    Category

    2010s Contemporary Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

    Materials

    Parchment Paper, Chalk, Charcoal, Crayon, Oil Crayon, Oil Pastel, Pastel...

    Oscar (Sitting, Head on Chair), Mixed media on Pergamenata parchment

    Howard Tangye
    Oscar (Sitting, Head on Chair), Mixed media on Pergamenata parchment, 2013-18

    $6,898
  • Sarah & Asad (Hands to Face), Mixed media on Pergamenata parchment
    By Howard Tangye
    Located in London, GB
    Howard Tangye (b.1948, Australia) has been an influential force in fashion for decades. Lecturing at London’s Central Saint Martins for 35 years, including 16 years as head of BA Wom...
    Category

    2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

    Materials

    Oil Pastel, Pastel, Wax Crayon, Emulsion, Ink, Archival Ink, India Ink, ...

    Sarah & Asad (Hands to Face), Mixed media on Pergamenata parchment

    Howard Tangye
    Sarah & Asad (Hands to Face), Mixed media on Pergamenata parchment, 2016

    $6,898

Recently Viewed

View More

The 1stDibs Promise

Learn More

Expertly Vetted Sellers

Confidence at Checkout

Price-Match Guarantee

Exceptional Support

Buyer Protection

Trusted Global Delivery