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Modern Drawings

MODERN STYLE

The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”

Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.

Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chaircrafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.

It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.

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Style: Modern
Al Lostetter ‘Untitled (Ledger)’, 2001, Framed Mixed Media Native American Motif
Located in Morristown, NJ
Title: Untitled (Ledger) Artist: Al (Alvern) Lostetter (American, b. 1941) Date: 2001 Medium: Watercolor and colored pencil on paper (mixed media) A visually dynamic and symbolicall...
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Early 2000s Modern Drawings

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Glass, Wood, Paper

Joe Bradley Etching, Untitled
Located in Long Island City, NY
Joe Bradley Etching, Untitled. This piece is signed, dated, and numbered to verso '21/100 Joe Bradley 18'. This work is number 21 from the edition of 100 published by Paupers Press, ...
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20th Century Modern Drawings

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Canvas, Wood

20th Century Italian La Scala Milano Drawing by Piero Fornasetti
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
La Scala Milano drawing by Piero Fornasetti. A striking depiction of Milan’s famous opera house by one of its foremost residents. Dated circa 1954 and was...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Drawings

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Wood

"Adam", a Graphite Figure Drawing by Sherry Camhy
Located in Chicago, IL
"Adam" by Sherry Camhy is a breathtaking large-scale graphite drawing that captures the essence of human form with unparalleled precision. The nude male figure stands in a classic co...
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2010s American Modern Drawings

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Paper

20th Century Italian La Scala Milano Drawing by Piero Fornasetti
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
La Scala Milano drawing by Piero Fornasetti. A striking depiction of Milan’s famous opera house by one of its foremost residents. Dated circa 1954 and was...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Drawings

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Wood

Large Framed After Henri Matisse Lithograph Gouache Decoupee
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Large Color lithograph after the work by Henri Matisse, circa 1970. Signed in the stone. Edited by Edition des Nouvelles Images, France. Framed. Henri Matisse whether working...
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1970s French Vintage Modern Drawings

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Paper

Framed After Henri Matisse Cut Out Blue Lithograph Nu Bleu I
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Color lithograph after the work by Henri Matisse, circa 1970. Signed in the stone. Edited by Edition des Nouvelles Images, France. Framed. In good original condition, with mi...
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1970s French Vintage Modern Drawings

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Paper

Framed Portrait Drawing Nino by Diego Rivera with Paperwork
Located in Atlanta, GA
Artist: Diego Rivera (Mexican; 1886-1957) Title: Nino Medium: Color pencils, charcoal, work on paper Year: 1934 Image size: 11.25" x 17.5" A framed drawing on paper by celebrated Mex...
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1930s Mexican Vintage Modern Drawings

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Paper

A Portrait Of A Lady Of Quality, Oil On Canvas, 18th Century
Located in Honnelles, WHT
A Portrait Of A Lady Of Quality, Oil On Canvas, 18th Century
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Late 18th Century French Antique Modern Drawings

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Canvas

Rare Original Etching by Salvador Dalí­, Handsigned and Numbered 118/150
Located in NICE, FR
An original etching on Vellum numbered and signed by Salvador Dali by pencil in the margin. The drawing depicts a combat scene where a knight on horseback is engaged in a duel with ...
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1970s Spanish Vintage Modern Drawings

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Paper, Glass, Wood

Christian Ludwig Attersee "VOLLMONDERGÄNZUNG" year 2001
Located in Klosterneuburg, AT
Christian Ludwig Attersee (1940*), "Vollmondergänzung", mixed media on paper, 2001 Christian Ludwig Attersees works are defined by a figural-symbolic style, bright colours and a dyn...
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Early 2000s Austrian Modern Drawings

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Paper

Portrait Of A Gentleman, Oil On Canvas, Early 18th Century
Located in Honnelles, WHT
Portrait Of A Gentleman, Oil On Canvas, Early 18th Century
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Late 18th Century French Antique Modern Drawings

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Canvas

Mid-Century Swiss Framed Pastel Drawing of Nude by Julie Schätzle
Located in COLMAR, FR
A beautiful, nude pastel drawing by Swiss artist Julie Schätzle (1903-1996). The drawing, executed on thick paper, comes in its original wood frame. Signed by the artist (see photo)...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Modern Drawings

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Paper

Francois-Xavier Lalanne , Sheeps, unique work
Located in Saint ouen, FR
Francois-Xavier Lalanne (1927-2008), Sheeps, unique work This unique work by François Xavier Lalanne is made of watercolor, with lines drawn with graphite and manière de crayon. De...
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Early 2000s French Modern Drawings

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Paper

Kingfisher, Colored Pencil Drawing with Blue, Orange, Brown, Matted & Framed
Located in Chicago, IL
The Kingfisher is bird often first noticed by its wild rattling call as it flies over rivers or lakes. It may be seen perched on a high snag, or hovering on rapidly beating wings, then plunging headfirst into the water to grab a fish. Artist Sylvia Beckman captures the Kingfisher with all its glorious plumage and brilliant colorings This drawing is matted and framed. Sylvia Beckman Kingfisher colored pencil on paper Measures: 13 H x 8 W in 33.02 H x 20.32 W cm FRAMED DIMENSIONS 18h x 14w in 45.72h x 35.56w cm SUB029 Sylvia Beckman, b. 1938, Detroit, MI Education University of Michigan, School of Arch. & Design University of Wisconsin, Botany Private apprenticeship in stone sculpture, bronze, gilding and painting Exhibitions 2017 “Coming Attractions”, Gallery Victor Armendariz, Chicago, IL 1997 S.O.F.A. exhibition, Ann Nathan Gallery, Navy Pier, Chicago, IL 1997 Monumental Bronze Sculpture Commisson, Olbrich Park, Madison, WI 1994 Sculpture, Olbrich Botanic Gardens, Spring Display, Madison,WI 1994 Paintings & Drawings, North Seas Gallery, Charlevoix, MI 1994 Paintings & drawings, Olbrich Botanic Center, Madison, WI 1988 Monumental Stone Sculpture...
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2010s American Modern Drawings

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Paper

Late 20th Century Vintage Boho Pen and Ink Drawing on Paper
Located in west palm beach, FL
Add a splash of vibrant, free-flowing energy to your interiors with this expressive vintage original drawing. Executed in pen and ink with lively washes of green on paper, the artwor...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Drawings

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Wood, Paint, Paper

Kingfisher, Colored Pencil Drawing with Blue, Orange, Brown, Matted & Framed
Located in Chicago, IL
The Kingfisher is bird often first noticed by its wild rattling call as it flies over rivers or lakes. It may be seen perched on a high snag, or hovering on rapidly beating wings, then plunging headfirst into the water to grab a fish. Artist Sylvia Beckman captures the Kingfisher with all its glorious plumage and brilliant colorings This drawing is matted and framed. Sylvia Beckman Kingfisher colored pencil on paper Measures: 13 H x 8 W in 33.02 H x 20.32 W cm FRAMED DIMENSIONS 18h x 14w in 45.72h x 35.56w cm SUB029 Sylvia Beckman, b. 1938, Detroit, MI Education University of Michigan, School of Arch. & Design University of Wisconsin, Botany Private apprenticeship in stone sculpture, bronze, gilding and painting Exhibitions 2017 “Coming Attractions”, Gallery Victor Armendariz, Chicago, IL 1997 S.O.F.A. exhibition, Ann Nathan Gallery, Navy Pier, Chicago, IL 1997 Monumental Bronze Sculpture Commisson, Olbrich Park, Madison, WI 1994 Sculpture, Olbrich Botanic Gardens, Spring Display, Madison,WI 1994 Paintings & Drawings, North Seas Gallery, Charlevoix, MI 1994 Paintings & drawings, Olbrich Botanic Center, Madison, WI 1988 Monumental Stone Sculpture...
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2010s American Modern Drawings

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Paper

Juan Francisco Casas "the Italian Dream" Serie Drawing, 2009
Located in Ibiza, Spain
BIC blue colored pen on paper. Serie "The Italian Dream" Nº2 Ed 50/75, 2009 Juan Francisco Casas Ruiz 1976: He has had numerous individual exhibi...
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Early 2000s Spanish Modern Drawings

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Paper

Three Sand Hill Cranes, Colored Pencil Drawing, Matted & Framed
Located in Chicago, IL
The endangered Florida Sandhill Crane can be found in the freshwater wetlands in peninsular Florida from the Everglades to the Okefenokee Swamp. Sylvia Beckman Three Florida Sand Hill...
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2010s American Modern Drawings

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Paper

PABLO PICASSO 'Les Trois Musiciens'
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This exquisite artwork is a rare and remarkable example of Pablo Picasso's innovative approach to portraiture, a silk medium. Known for his constant experimentation, Picasso's decisi...
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1950s French Vintage Modern Drawings

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Silk

Francois-Xavier Lalanne - The Geese (in french : les oies), 2004
Located in Saint ouen, FR
Francois-Xavier Lalanne (1927-2008) The Geese (in french : les oies), 2004 This extremely rare print by François Xavier Lalanne depicts three geese. It is an edition of only 10 copi...
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Early 2000s French Modern Drawings

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Paper

Robert Motherwell Ink on Paper, 1976
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Robert Motherwell, Untiled, Ink on Paper, 1976 Robert Motherwell (American, 1915-1991) Ink on handmade paper 11 inches high x 16 inches wide This work is framed in an Italian gil...
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20th Century American Modern Drawings

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Glass, Giltwood, Paper

Drawing in Transparency, 20th Century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Drawing in Transparency, 20th century Transparency drawing on canvas, 20th century, unsigned, unframed. Measures: H: 100 cm, W: 81 cm, D: 2 cm.
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Late 20th Century French Modern Drawings

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Canvas

Mixed-Media of a Motorcyclist by Avant Garde Disney Artist Walter Peregoy
By Walter Peregoy
Located in Pasadena, CA
Walter Peregoy (1925 2015) was an American artist acclaimed for his Avant Garde style. He is also known for his work at Disney, Hanna-Barbera, and Format Films during the mid-20th ce...
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1990s American Modern Drawings

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Wood, Paper

Launching Structure #3 an Original Drawing by Dennis Oppenheim
By Dennis A. Oppenheim
Located in London, GB
Dennis Oppenheim (1938-2011) was a conceptual artist, earth artist, sculptor, photographer, and performance artist, who was instrumental in the Performance Art and early Land Art movements. He exhibited alongside prominent artists of the age such as Michael Heizer, Robert Smithson, Robert Morris, and Vito...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Drawings

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Paper

Willem De Kooning Complete Set of 17 Lithographs Each Signed and Numbered 1988
Located in New York, NY
Seventeen Lithographs for Frank O'Hara, New York, Limited Editions Club, 1988 the complete set of 17 signed and numbered lithographs in colors by Willem De Kooning, title page, and justification, on Chine appliqué, numbered 51 of 60 (there were also 12 with opposite facing text, and 550 bound copies with the lithographs appliquéd to the text pages), all with full margins and beautifully framed. Comes with original black cloth-covered portfolio with black leather label and gilt stamped title (very minor wear) and original purchase paperwork from Baby Jane...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Drawings

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Wood, Paper

Fine Graphite Drawing of an Iris - Initialed L.T. - Canada - Late 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
Fine vintage graphite pencil drawing on paper - featuring an Iris flower in full bloom - drawing contained in a vintage matte - initialed L.T. lower right (unknown/unidentified artis...
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Late 20th Century North American Modern Drawings

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Paper

Expressionist Oil Pastel Still Life on Paper - Signed - Unframed - Circa 2005
Located in Chatham, ON
F.W.W. - "Untitled" - Fine quality contemporary Expressionist oil pastel and graphite still life drawing on paper - signed in pencil and dated lower right - unframed - circa 2005. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Drawings

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Paper

François-xavier Lalanne '1927-2008', Ram and Bird, 2005
Located in Saint ouen, FR
François-Xavier Lalanne (1927-2008) a ram and a bird, 2005. Techniques : watercolored aquatint and soft varnish on paper, hand signed in pencil by François Xavier Lalanne, in perfec...
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Early 2000s French Modern Drawings

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Paper

Eugene Berman Untitled Stage Design
Located in New York, NY
Eugene Berman (1899–1972) An untitled stage design, ink and wash on paper. French, circa 1950. Signed lower right: EB.
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1950s French Vintage Modern Drawings

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Paper

Three Sand Hill Cranes, Colored Pencil Drawing, Matted & Framed
Located in Chicago, IL
The endangered Florida Sandhill Crane can be found in the freshwater wetlands in peninsular Florida from the Everglades to the Okefenokee Swamp. Sylvia Beckman Three Florida Sand Hill...
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2010s American Modern Drawings

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Paper

Framed After Henri Matisse Cut Out Blue Lithograph Nu Bleu I
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Color lithograph after the work by Henri Matisse, circa 1970. Signed in the stone. Edited by Edition des Nouvelles Images, France. Framed. In good original condition, with mi...
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1970s French Vintage Modern Drawings

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Paper

Striking Black and White Pen and Ink Drawing of Chair & Cat
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Striking pen and ink art in black and white of a neoclassical armchair and ocelot cat. Handsomely framed in linen and framed in giltwood. Signed and dated lower right, Oliver Johnson.
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1980s American Vintage Modern Drawings

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Paper

Vintage Framed Pastel on Paper, Lyn Diefenbach Hyper-realistic Roses Composition
Located in Morristown, NJ
Lyn Diefenbach, Australian, b. 1957, "Pretty In Pink", signed "L. Dief" at lower right. A mesmerizing pastel painting by Lyn Diefenbach, celebrated for her masterful floral realis...
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Late 20th Century Australian Modern Drawings

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Glass, Wood, Paper

Framed Mexican Watercolor on Paper Attributed to Rufino Tamayo
Located in Atlanta, GA
A framed watercolor and gouache on paper depicting sliced watermelon on a color block background, signed Tamayo and dated 1945 as shown. The work was in keeping with the style of Rufino Tamayo and it retains a paper label from Salon de la Plastica Mexicana, listing the detail info. SPM was formed in 1949 to promote contemporary Mexican artists...
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1940s Mexican Vintage Modern Drawings

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Paper

Antoni Tàpies Etching, Orella, 1971
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Orella etching made by Antoni Tapies in Barcelona in 1971 Edition 75 Measures: 60 x 78 cm. In good original condition. Numbered and hand signed, edition of 75 We have sever...
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1970s Spanish Vintage Modern Drawings

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Paper

Francois-Xavier Lalanne - Birds
Located in Saint ouen, FR
François-Xavier Lalanne (1927-2008), Oiseaux (Birds), circa 2000 Original print (etching and aquatint) handsigned in pencil by François Xavier Lalanne, in perfect condition Limited ...
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Early 2000s French Modern Drawings

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Paper

Lucio Fontana "Concepto Spaziale", 1965, China Ink on Paper
Located in Madrid, ES
Lucio Fontana. "Concepto spaziale", 1965. China ink on paper. Dimensions: 30 x 20 cm. With certificate. This is a preparatory work that is re...
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Drawings

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Paper

Alberto Giacometti 'Annette' Black and White Lithograph, circa 1964
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Lithograph 'Anette' made by Alberto Giacometti. Especially created by the artist in 1964 for Made for the book titled "Prints from the Mourlot Press" published in Paris, 1964 The b...
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1960s French Vintage Modern Drawings

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Paper

Original Ink & Watercolor Architectural Painting by Louis De Moll
Located in West Chester, PA
Original Ink Drawing & Watercolor Architectural Painting by American Architect Louis De Moll of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Matted to approximately 37.5” wide x 14” tall Wear to fram...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Drawings

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Metal

Numbered Etching on Paper - Australian Aboriginal Art by Betsy Lewis Napang
By Betsy Lewis Napangardi
Located in Morristown, NJ
2006, Australian, Betsy Lewis Napangardi (1940-2008), Framed Mina Mina Dreaming, etching on paper. Number 5 of 60 and pencil signed Betsy Lewis with embossed seal. Information on the back of the work from the Warlukurlangu Artists Aboriginal Association and dated 1/11/2007, describes the story behind the work authenticates it. Dimensions: 17.5"w x 23.5"h x 1.5"d (framed) 7.5"w x 13"h (sight) Condition: Good. Not examined out of frame. Shows well. Ready to hang. Biography: Betsy Lewis Napangardi was a traditional Warlpiri woman from the Yuendumu Community region. Betsy was born in the bush just west of Yuendumu in the 1940’s, this was before hospitals and health clinics were available and accessible in the area. Betsy moved to Mount Doreen Station with her family at a young age. She was raised by Paddy Japanangka Lewis and attended the Yuendumu School. She spent her life living in Yuendumu. Betsy began painting full time in 1999 however she had been painting for Warlukurlangu Artists for some time before then. She was considered at the forefront of the move towards more abstract depictions of Aboriginal art however did maintain a strong connection to her Kurruwarri heritage. Her art is bright and textured with thick layers of paint. Some of her family members are also artists such as Margaret Lewis. Betsy is known best for five Dreamtime depictions - Snake Vine, Women’s Dreaming, Edible Fungus, Dreaming Site and Dogwood. The story of Jintiparnta is of the Napangardi and Napanangka women who collect Jintiparnta or Edible Fungus at Karnakarlangu. The area is also known as Mina Mina. The ancestral women would travel from here heading north and east toward Janyinki and Alcoota country. The Mina Mina is a ceremonial place which belongs to the Japanangka and Japangardi men and the Napanangka and Napangardi women. Water soakages, sand hills...
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Modern Drawings

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Glass, Wood, Paper

1999 Framed Pastel of New York Street Scene, Tim Folzenlogen
Located in Morristown, NJ
Tim Folzenlogen (American, b. 1952), "New Beginning", pastel drawing of New York streetscape, signed Tim Folzenlogen and dated '99 at lower right. A g...
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1990s Modern Drawings

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Wood, Paper

Jörn Stender, Danish artist. Pastel on paper. Two country scenes with houses
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Jörn Stender, Danish artist. Pastel on paper. Two country scenes with houses from the Faroe Islands. June 1996. Signed and dated in pencil. Perfect condition. Dimensions for each: 19...
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1990s Danish Modern Drawings

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Other

1980s Byron Gálvez Art Pastel Ink Black Paper
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1980s Byron Gálvez Mexico Vibrant Modernism Artwork Pastel ink black paper Signed art 25.5 x 19.75 Preowned original vintage unrestored art See all images.  
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1980s Mexican Vintage Modern Drawings

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Paper

Rene Portocarrero 1952 Cuban Art Jarron Con Flores Ink And Gouache On Paper
Located in Miami, FL
Jarron Con Flores, ink on paper by Rene Portocarrero (1912-1985). This wonderful drawing made by Portocarrero is one of the few that survive from his artistic period of the 1940s a...
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1950s Cuban Vintage Modern Drawings

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Paper

Jan Kristofori Original Pencil Sketches, Set of 3, Authentic Swiss Motives
Located in Hamburg, DE
Welcome to our exclusive online store, where art and authenticity converge. Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Jan Kristofori with our exclusive collection of three original pencil sketches. Discover Uniqueness: These artworks are not just sketches; they are artistic masterpieces, hand-drawn and personally signed by Jan Kristofori. Each sketch tells the story of the artist and captures the picturesque beauty of Swiss mountain villages. Masterful Craftsmanship: Jan Kristofori's unparalleled craftsmanship is expressed in every fine line. His talent for capturing the captivating landscape of the Prato and Tessin regions creates a connection between art and nature. A Touch of Swiss Flair: The artist's sources of inspiration extended across the snow-capped peaks and picturesque villages of Switzerland. These sketches not only reflect his art but also the atmosphere and charm of the Swiss mountain landscape. A Piece of History in Your Hands: Each sketch is not just an artwork but a piece of history. With 110 auctions on public platforms, Jan Kristofori has left a lasting impression. Now, you have the opportunity to own a part of this heritage. Enrich Your Collection: Enhance your home or office with these unique artworks. The versatility of these sketches allows you to showcase them individually or as a harmonious trio, bringing a touch of elegance to your spaces. More Motives Available Upon Request: Discover an even wider range of Jan Kristofori's artistry. If you desire more sketches or specific motives, simply get in touch with us. We have an extensive collection that goes beyond what's showcased here. Secure Ordering, Worldwide Shipping: Order today and be enchanted by the art of Jan Kristofori. We offer secure order processing and worldwide shipping, ensuring you can have these masterpieces in your hands soon...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Modern Drawings

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Paper

Swallow Tails, Double Butterfly Portrait Highly Detailed, Carved Silver Frame
Located in Chicago, IL
Reminiscent of John James Audubon specimen drawings, these two meticulously drawn swallow tail butterflies are matted separately and framed in a beautifully carved silver frame Sylvia Beckman Swallow Tails colored pencil on paper 19H x 15.50W in 48.26H x 39.37W cm SUB013 Sylvia Beckman, b. 1938, Detroit, MI Education University of Michigan, School of Arch. & Design University of Wisconsin, Botany Private apprenticeship in stone sculpture, bronze, gilding and painting Exhibitions 2017 “Coming Attractions”, Gallery Victor Armendariz, Chicago, IL 1997 S.O.F.A. exhibition, Ann Nathan Gallery, Navy Pier, Chicago, IL 1997 Monumental Bronze Sculpture Commisson, Olbrich Park, Madison, WI 1994 Sculpture, Olbrich Botanic Gardens, Spring Display, Madison,WI 1994 Paintings & Drawings, North Seas Gallery, Charlevoix, MI 1994 Paintings & drawings, Olbrich Botanic Center, Madison, WI 1988 Monumental Stone Sculpture...
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2010s American Modern Drawings

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Paper

Large Framed After Henri Matisse Lithograph Gouache Decoupee
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Large Color lithograph after the work by Henri Matisse, circa 1970. Signed in the stone. Edited by Edition des Nouvelles Images, France. Framed. Henri Matisse whether working...
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1970s French Vintage Modern Drawings

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Paper

Mixed-Media of a Motorcyclist by Avant Garde Disney Artist Walter Peregoy
By Walter Peregoy
Located in Pasadena, CA
Walter Peregoy (1925 2015) was an American artist acclaimed for his Avant Garde style. He is also known for his work at Disney, Hanna-Barbera, and Format Films during the mid-20th ce...
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1990s American Modern Drawings

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Wood, Paper

Sharon Pearce Charcoal on paper 'No. 9' - UK, 2022
Located in London, GB
Charcoal drawing by Poole based artist Sharon Pearce, tethering an abstract expressionist aesthetic. Abstract shapes and marks merge to form intricate surfaces.
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2010s British Modern Drawings

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Paper

Framed Carlos Franqui Lithograph 'Poemas Para Mirar', circa 1976
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Color lithograph by Carlos Franqui, circa 1976. Published by Galeria Eude Ediciones, Barcelona. Framed. In good original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina. Carlos Franqui (December 4, 1921 – April 16, 2010) was a Cuban writer, poet, journalist, art critic, and political activist. After the Fulgencio Batista coup in 1952, he became involved with the 26th of July Movement which was headed by Fidel Castro. Upon the success of the Cuban Revolution...
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1970s Spanish Vintage Modern Drawings

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Paper

English 1920s Large Charcoal Life Drawing
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This framed charcoal study from 1920s England draws the viewer into an academic landscape where students at their easels concentrate on figure studies, using busts and torso models a...
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20th Century English Modern Drawings

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Paper

Sir Jacob Epstein 'Reclining Nude' Pencil Drawing
Located in Sharon, CT
Important Sir Jacob Epstein drawing. Signed pencil on paper life drawing of the Indian Woman 'Sunita'. Drawing itself 14 3/4" x 21 1/2", framed and glazed 25 1/4" 32". Provenance: Al Ross...
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1930s English Vintage Modern Drawings

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Paper

1970s Pedro Friedeberg Kabalah Abstract Op Art Lithograph
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1970s Abstract Op Art Lithograph Kabalah by Pedro Friedeberg A P 6/10 Bright colors bold patterns provide illusion and fantasy. Signed in pencil. 30 h x 30.25 x .75 Art 28.75 x 28.75...
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1970s Mexican Vintage Modern Drawings

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Glass, Wood, Giltwood, Paper

Charcoal Drawing by Rosanne Sniderman
Located in New York, NY
Ash wood frame, glass, charcoal on paper. Charcoal study of sculpture.
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Drawings

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Ash, Paper

Andre Derain "Reclining Nude" Red Chalk Drawing
Located in Sharon, CT
Sight size 13 x 201/2", Drawn with red conte crayon on paper. Signed lower right. Label on verso. Framed and glazed 18 x 24".
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1940s French Vintage Modern Drawings

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Paper

Danish Artist Framed Abstract Drawings on Paper, Signed Martin 1976
Located in Esbjerg, DK
In the style of Carl Henningsen Pedersen and Eugeniusz Gerlach comes this set of original drawing from the Danish artist Martin Nielsen. Martin is a selftought artist and his style c...
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1970s Danish Vintage Modern Drawings

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Paper

1943 Abstract Art Ink on Paper Drawing signed Winkler
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents  Art Ink on Paper Abstract Drawing signed Martin Kenneth Winkler 4-8-43 13.75 x 16.25 x 1 thick Art 9 x 11.5 parabola hyperbola Preowned original vintage condition....
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Drawings

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Paper

"Floating Frame" Abstract Purple and Grey by Betty Marvin
Located in Pasadena, CA
This acrylic painting by Betty Marvin is part of her series titled “Floating Frame”, which includes works exhibited at the Los Angeles County Museum and in a solo exhibition at Richa...
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1990s American Modern Drawings

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Acrylic

Hans Sørensen. Modernist portrait of seated woman. Oil crayon on paper
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans Sørensen (1906-1982), Danish artist. Modernist portrait of a seated woman with a cat. Oil crayon on paper. Signed and dated 1973. In perfect condition. Image dimensions: W 53.0 ...
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1970s Danish Vintage Modern Drawings

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Other

Late 20th Century Vintage Boho Pen and Ink Drawing on Paper
Located in west palm beach, FL
Add a splash of vibrant, free-flowing energy to your interiors with this expressive vintage original drawing. Executed in pen and ink with lively washes of green on paper, the artwor...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Drawings

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Wood, Paint, Paper

Pair of Abstract Collages Brown-Black Monogrammed and Dated Norbert Krabbe, 1997
Located in Salzburg, AT
Pair of collages monogrammed and dated Norbert Krabbe 1997. Handmade frame, mounted as in the showcase. Norbert Krabbe (1951 Demmin, lives since 2005 in Koserow) is an artistic...
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1990s German Modern Drawings

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Wood, Paper

Abstract Painting Beige-brown-orange by the Leipzig Painter W. Biedermann 1987
Located in Salzburg, AT
Abstract painting on paper work by Wolfgang E. Biedermann, Leipzig Westgermany 1987 Small, repetitive motifs, characters, ciphers and writings, inspired by Asian calligraphers were generously painted over in abstract. Technique: Mixed media on paper Signature: Lower right by hand W. E. Biedermann 87 Short Biography: Wolfgang E. Biedermann was born in 1940 in Hannover - dece. 2008 in Leipzig Already as a high school student Wolfgang E. Biedermann's artistic talent was recognized by Ursula Mattheuer-Neustädt. She promoted him to evening studies at the Academy of Visual Arts (HGB) Leipzig. From 1961 Biedermann studied at the HGB in the specialist class for free graphics and painting with Gerhard Kurt Müller, completing his studies in 1967. Since 1968 Biedermann was active as a freelance artist in Leipzig. He undertook study trips to Poland, France and Indonesia, as well as to the USSR and the USA. From 1968 to 1991 he was a member of the Association of Visual Artists of the GDR and since 1996 a member of the Free Academy of Arts in Leipzig. The unique encounter with the German action artist Joseph Beuys had a great impact on Biedermann. The artistic work of Wolfgang E. Biedermann spanned from 1960 to 2008. His œuvre is characterized by the development of his own technique. In addition to drawings and sketches of the early work for study purposes he dealt over the years primarily with printing practices. He produced numerous abstract paintings and works on paper using color etching and silkscreen processes as well as multi-plate overprinting. Biedermann relied on different layering by means of various techniques of graphics and painting. He dealt extensively with overdrawing and overpainting his works. Repeating motifs are symbols, signs, ciphers and writings, which are based on Asian calligraphy. Biedermann dealt just as intensively with the content of philosophical writings by Peter Sloterdijk and with letters from the estate of Friedrich Schiller, which he transposed into the paintings. His color-intensive paintings reflect "inner landscapes". Klaus Werner coined this term as early as 1980 for the complete works of Wolfgang E. Biedermann. Since 1977 Wolfgang E. Biedermann presented his artworks at various exhibitions. On the occasion of his 50th birthday, the Lindenau Museum in Altenburg exhibited a comprehensive selection of 130 works in 1990. NordLB - Art, Hannover accompanied his further creative process for almost ten years with work locations in Berlin (Sony Center), Singapore, Zurich and Hamburg. At the EXPO 2000 in Hanover, twelve of his large-scale works were on display in the German pavilion. Parts of his œuvre have also been exhibited outside Germany in Tokyo, Paris, Damascus, Bilbao, Listovel, Mulhouse, Grenchen, Basel and Fredrikstad, among other places. Literature: -Lang, Lothar: Malerei und Grafik in der DDR. Leipzig 1978 -Hütt, Wolfgang: Graphic Art in the GDR. Dresden 1979 -Thomas, Karin: Painting in the GDR 1949-1988. Cologne 1980 -Dictionary of Contemporary Artists. Oxford 1981 -Hollmann, Eckhard: Von der Kunst Bilder zu drucken. Berlin 1986 -Feist, Günther: Stations of a Path, Documentation on Art and Art Politics 1945-1988, Berlin 1988 Solo exhibitions: 1977: Gallery in the club "Pablo Neruda", Gallery Barthel + Tetzner GmbH, Karl-Marx-Stadt/ Chemnitz 1979: Gallery at Sachsenplatz (with Agathe Böttcher and Dagmar Ranft-Schinke), Leipzig 1979: Gallery at the Steinweg, Suhl 1980: Gallery Arkade, Berlin (exhibition catalog by Dr. Klaus Werner) 1980; 1986; 1987: Gallery erph, Erfurt 1980: Gallery at the Boulevard, Rostock 1981: Greifengalerie, Greifswald 1984: Galerie unter den Linden...
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1980s German Vintage Modern Drawings

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Framed Drawing by Mexican Artist José Luis Cuevas
Located in Atlanta, GA
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Located in Long Island City, NY
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1960s Abstract French Art Still Life Color Lithograph Marcel Mouly
Located in Chula Vista, CA
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1960s American Vintage Modern Drawings

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Robert Freiman, 1956, "Third Avenue at 57th Street"
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
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1950s American Vintage Modern Drawings

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Patrick Carrara Graphite on Magni Drawings, Garden of Silence Series, 2009
Located in New York, NY
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drawings

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Italian Modern Orange, Yellow and Blue Abstract Painting with Relief Motif, 1970
Located in MIlano, IT
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Drawings

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Christian Ludwig Attersee "EVASTELLE" year 2000
Located in Klosterneuburg, AT
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Early 2000s Austrian Modern Drawings

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