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Raphael Soyer Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

American, 1899-1987

Raphael Soyer, a Russian-born artist, was best known for his compassionate, naturalistic depictions of urban subjects. His sensitive, penetrating portrayals include a broad range of city dwellers, dancers, shoppers, office workers and fellow artists. Historically, Soyer is associated with the social realist artists of the 1930s, whose art championed the cause of social justice. Soyer was referred to as an American scene painter. He is identified as a Social Realist because of his interest in men and women viewed in contemporary settings which included the streets, subways, salons and artists' studios of New York City. He also wrote several books on his life and art. His brothers Moses and Issac were also notable artists.

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Artist: Raphael Soyer
Raphael Soyer Original Lithograph/Watercolor, 1955, "The Dancer"
Raphael Soyer Original Lithograph/Watercolor, 1955, "The Dancer"

Raphael Soyer Original Lithograph/Watercolor, 1955, "The Dancer"

By Raphael Soyer

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Raphael Soyer Original Lithograph - Watercolor added by the artist's hand, 1955 The image measures 13" H x 8 ½" W. Frame measures: 23 1/4"H x 18" W Signed lower right in pencil bene...

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1950s Raphael Soyer Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Paper

Woman Graphite Pencil Drawing 1979 Signed Unique
Woman Graphite Pencil Drawing 1979 Signed Unique

Woman Graphite Pencil Drawing 1979 Signed Unique

By Raphael Soyer

Located in Rochester Hills, MI

Artist : Raphael Soyer Title : Woman Year: 1979 Drawing in Pencil Signed in pencil Drawing Size 11½" x 16 Inches Matted Size : inches 16" x 20" inches Born in 1899, Raphael So...

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1970s American Realist Raphael Soyer Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Graphite

“Seated Model in Red Bra”
“Seated Model in Red Bra”

“Seated Model in Red Bra”

By Raphael Soyer

Located in Southampton, NY

Original graphite and colored pencil drawing on archival paper of a woman seated in a red bra by the well known American artist, Raphael Soyer. Signed lower r...

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1950s American Modern Raphael Soyer Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Archival Paper, Color Pencil, Graphite

Nude Study I, Ink and Watercolor by Raphael Soyer
Nude Study I, Ink and Watercolor by Raphael Soyer

Nude Study I, Ink and Watercolor by Raphael Soyer

By Raphael Soyer

Located in Long Island City, NY

Raphael Soyer, Russian/American (1899 - 1987) - Nude Study I. Medium: Ink and Watercolor, signed in pencil, Size: 11.5 x 8 in. (29.21 x 20.32 cm)

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Mid-20th Century Modern Raphael Soyer Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Ink, Watercolor

Portrait of a Man (24), Ink on Paper by Raphael Soyer

Portrait of a Man (24), Ink on Paper by Raphael Soyer

By Raphael Soyer

Located in Long Island City, NY

Portrait of a Man (24) Raphael Soyer Russian/American (1899–1987) Date: circa 1970 Ink on paper, signed Image Size: 8 x 7 inches Frame Size: 19 x 15 inches

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1970s American Impressionist Raphael Soyer Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Ink

Untitled - Nude Study I, Ink on Paper by Raphael Soyer
Untitled - Nude Study I, Ink on Paper by Raphael Soyer

Untitled - Nude Study I, Ink on Paper by Raphael Soyer

By Raphael Soyer

Located in Long Island City, NY

Untitled - Nude Study I Raphael Soyer Russian/American (1899–1987) Date: circa 1970 Ink on paper, signed Size: 8 x 10.5 in. (20.32 x 26.67 cm) Frame Size: 16 x 19 inches

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1970s American Impressionist Raphael Soyer Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Ink

Standing Nude Woman (26), Watercolor and Pencil on Paper by Raphael Soyer
Standing Nude Woman (26), Watercolor and Pencil on Paper by Raphael Soyer

Standing Nude Woman (26), Watercolor and Pencil on Paper by Raphael Soyer

By Raphael Soyer

Located in Long Island City, NY

Standing Nude Woman (26) Raphael Soyer Russian/American (1899–1987) Date: circa 1970 Watercolor and Pencil on paper, signed Size: 11.5 x 8 in. (29.21 x 20.32 cm) Frame Size: 21 x 1...

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1970s American Impressionist Raphael Soyer Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor, Pencil

Nude Figure, Watercolor and Graphite on Paper by Raphael Soyer
Nude Figure, Watercolor and Graphite on Paper by Raphael Soyer

Nude Figure, Watercolor and Graphite on Paper by Raphael Soyer

By Raphael Soyer

Located in Long Island City, NY

Raphael Soyer, Russian/American (1899 - 1987) - Nude Figure. Medium: Watercolor and Graphite on Paper, signed in pencil, Size: 25 x 19.75 in. (63.5 x 50.17 cm)

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Mid-20th Century Modern Raphael Soyer Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor, Graphite

Nude with Folded Arms, Modern Nude Watercolor by Raphael Soyer
Nude with Folded Arms, Modern Nude Watercolor by Raphael Soyer

Nude with Folded Arms, Modern Nude Watercolor by Raphael Soyer

By Raphael Soyer

Located in Long Island City, NY

Artist: Raphael Soyer, American (1899 - 1987) Title: Nude with Folded Arms Year: circa 1965 Medium: Pencil and Watercolor on Paper, signed Size: 21 x 15 in. (53.34 x 38.1 cm) Frame S...

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1960s American Realist Raphael Soyer Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor

Two Reclining Nudes, Raphael Soyer
Two Reclining Nudes, Raphael Soyer

Two Reclining Nudes, Raphael Soyer

By Raphael Soyer

Located in Fairfield, CT

Artist: Raphael Soyer (1899-1987) Title: Two Reclining Nudes Year: Circa 1987 Medium: Watercolor & Pencil Drawing on Archival paper Size: 17 x 14 inches Condition: Excellent Insc...

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1980s American Realist Raphael Soyer Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Pastel, Graphite

Future
Future

Future

By Raphael Soyer

Located in Toronto, ON

17" x 11" Unframed Limited Edition Lithograph of 12 Hand Signed by Raphael Soyer

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21st Century and Contemporary Raphael Soyer Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Lithograph

Mid-20th Century, Figural Narrative, Mixed Media on Paper
Mid-20th Century, Figural Narrative, Mixed Media on Paper

Mid-20th Century, Figural Narrative, Mixed Media on Paper

By Raphael Soyer

Located in Astoria, NY

Raphael Soyer (American, 1899-1987), Figural Narrative, Mixed Media on Paper, signed in pencil lower right, wood frame. Image: 22" H x 16.25" D; frame: 29.5" H x 24" W. Provenance: F...

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Mid-20th Century Modern Raphael Soyer Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Mixed Media, Watercolor, Graphite

Bearded Man Portrait (27), Ink and Pastel on Paper by Raphael Soyer
Bearded Man Portrait (27), Ink and Pastel on Paper by Raphael Soyer

Bearded Man Portrait (27), Ink and Pastel on Paper by Raphael Soyer

By Raphael Soyer

Located in Long Island City, NY

Bearded Man Portrait (27) Raphael Soyer Russian/American (1899–1987) Date: circa 1970 Ink and Pastel on paper, signed Size: 11.5 x 8 in. (29.21 x 20.32 cm) Frame Size: 20.75 x 17 i...

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1970s American Impressionist Raphael Soyer Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Ink, Pastel

Nude Study, Graphite on Paper by Raphael Soyer
Nude Study, Graphite on Paper by Raphael Soyer

Nude Study, Graphite on Paper by Raphael Soyer

By Raphael Soyer

Located in Long Island City, NY

Raphael Soyer, Russian/American (1899 - 1987) - Nude Study. Medium: Graphite on Paper, signed in pencil lower right, Size: 12.5 x 10 in. (31.75 x 25.4 cm)

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Mid-20th Century Modern Raphael Soyer Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Graphite

Nude Study II, Modern Graphite on Paper by Raphael Soyer
Nude Study II, Modern Graphite on Paper by Raphael Soyer

Nude Study II, Modern Graphite on Paper by Raphael Soyer

By Raphael Soyer

Located in Long Island City, NY

Raphael Soyer, Russian/American (1899 - 1987) - Nude Study II. Medium: Graphite on Paper, signed in pencil, Size: 13.5 x 10.5 in. (34.29 x 26.67 cm)

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Mid-20th Century Modern Raphael Soyer Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Graphite

Lounging Figure, Graphite and Pastel on Paper Drawing by Raphael Soyer
Lounging Figure, Graphite and Pastel on Paper Drawing by Raphael Soyer

Lounging Figure, Graphite and Pastel on Paper Drawing by Raphael Soyer

By Raphael Soyer

Located in Long Island City, NY

Raphael Soyer, Russian/American (1899 - 1987) - Lounging Figure. Medium: Graphite and Pastel on Paper, signed in pencil, Size: 16.5 x 22 in. (41.91 x 55.88 cm)

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Mid-20th Century Abstract Raphael Soyer Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Pastel, Graphite

Pensive Dancer, Modern Ink Drawing by Raphael Soyer
Pensive Dancer, Modern Ink Drawing by Raphael Soyer

Pensive Dancer, Modern Ink Drawing by Raphael Soyer

By Raphael Soyer

Located in Long Island City, NY

Artist: Raphael Soyer, Russian/American (1899 - 1987) Title: Pensive Dancer Year: circa 1956 Medium: Pencil on Paper, signed lower right Paper Size: 8 x 5 inches Frame: 11.5 x 9.5 i...

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1950s American Modern Raphael Soyer Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Ink, Archival Paper

Seated Couple, Pencil and Watercolor on Paper by Raphael Soyer

Seated Couple, Pencil and Watercolor on Paper by Raphael Soyer

By Raphael Soyer

Located in Long Island City, NY

Artist: Raphael Soyer, American (1899 - 1987) Title: Seated Couple Year: circa 1930 Medium: Pencil and Watercolor on Paper, signed Size: 10 in. x 9 in. (25.4 cm x 22.86 cm) Fram...

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1930s American Realist Raphael Soyer Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Pencil, Watercolor

Seated Couple
Seated Couple

Seated Couple

By Raphael Soyer

Located in Fairlawn, OH

Inspiration (Seated Couple) Graphite on paper, c. 1967 Signed twice in pencil by the artist on recto (see photos) Condition: Excellent Image size: 13 x 16 inches Note: Although not t...

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1960s American Modern Raphael Soyer Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Graphite

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