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Childrens Plain Riding Shirt Graphite Drawing

Art Sz: 12"H x 9"W Provenance: Gillian Dupont's The Old Habit Tack Shop Marshall, VA

Art Sz: 11"H x 9"W Provenance: Gillian Dupont's The Old Habit Tack Shop Marshall, VA

Sketch for a Costume is an original drawing in pencil on paper by Anonymous Artist of the early 20th Century.. In good conditions except for some...

This compelling graphite drawing on paper by Verona Burkhard (1910–2004) showcases a dynamic figure on horseback, rendered with expressive linework and a keen sense of movement. Likely created as a preliminary study for a larger mural, this untitled composition reveals Burkhard’s skill in capturing form, gesture, and energy through the subtle control of graphite. Executed with a confident hand, the sketch offers insight into the creative process of one of America’s notable WPA muralists, making it a rare and collectible piece of American art history. The drawing is presented in a custom archival frame for long-term preservation and elegant display. Framed dimensions: 29 ¾ x 22 ¾ inches, image size: 23 ½ x 16 ¼ inches About the Artist: Verona Lorraine Burkhard Verona Burkhard was an accomplished American artist, muralist, and educator, best known for her vibrant contributions to the WPA (Works Progress Administration) mural program and for shaping the Western Colorado art community. Born in 1910, Burkhard studied at the Art Students League in New York under Boardman Robinson and at Columbia University with Frank Mechau...