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Period: Mid-20th Century
20th Century Oil on Canvas Italian Painting Seascape, Fishermen and Boats, 1950
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Italian painting from the middle of the 20th century. Framework oil on canvas depicting a seascape with fishermen and boats of good pictorial quality. Painting of pleasant decor with ebonized guilloche...
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Italian Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
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Canvas
"Seated Man", Fine Drawing of Nude Male Figure by Woodruff, Vogue Artist
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Finely drawn and quiet in mood, this lovely drawing by Porter Woodruff depicts a seated, nude male figure from the side, his arms crossed on his knees and his eyes looking into the d...
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American Art Deco Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
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Paper
Jean Signovert, French 1919-1981- Untitled, 1951; charcoal Abstract
Located in CA, CA
Jean Signovert, French 1919-1981- Untitled, 1951; charcoal, signed and dated 51 lower right, sheet 22" x 17.75"
Provenance: Private Collection, Paris
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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
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Paper
Enchanting Handwritten Antique Parchment: A Timeless Spanish Treasure
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
This original antique parchment, meticulously handwritten and seemingly in Latin, is a remarkable piece originating from Spain. With its captivating aesthetics, this item exudes a pr...
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Macedonian Country Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
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Paper
Lithograph "Campo di Fiori" by Michele Cascella 1960s
Located in Milano, MI
Lithograph titled "Field of Flowers" created by Michele Cascella in the 1960s.
Ø cm 38 h cm 29 including frame
Michele Cascella (Ortona, September 7, 1892 – Milan, August 31, 1989)...
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Italian Expressionist Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper
"The Hourglass, " Art Deco Drawing with Nude Couple by Goor, 1951
By Gaston Goor
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Haunting and beautiful, this drawing of a young nude couple facing death, in his Classic shroud and holding an hourglass aloft, was made in 1951 by Gaston Goor, who was famous for il...
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French Art Deco Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Van Day Truex Ink Wash and Watercolor Self-Portrait, circa 1945
Located in Kinderhook, NY
A unique and original circa 1945 self-portrait by the legendary designer Van Day Truex painted in black ink, ink wash, and watercolor on celadon green watercolor paper and housed in ...
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Modern Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Plexiglass, Wood, Paint, Paper
John F. Kennedy Portrait, Original Drawing Pencil on Paper Dated 1963, Signed
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
John F. Kennedy Portrait - original drawing in pencil and charcoal on paper, realized by Detlef Henze, hand-signed, dated December 25, 1963.
Provenance. Private collection
Charcoal...
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German Mid-20th Century Drawings
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Paper
M. EDUARDO NIETO - 'Parque Cuervo' - Framed Scraped Drawing - Columbia - C.1971
Located in Chatham, ON
MANUEL EDUARDO NIETO - 'Parque Cuervo, Bogota, Col.' - Rare Latin American 'scraped' architectural drawing on card - vintage frame with velvet liner - signed and dated lower right - signed, dated and titled on the back - Columbia - circa 1971.
Excellent vintage condition - minor scuffs to the vintage...
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South American Spanish Colonial Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Softwood, Paint
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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American Modern Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper
Drawing of head
Located in grand Lancy, CH
Drawing of women head
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European Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper
Charcoal Portrait Drawing of a Man, Framed in Gilt Wood, French Mid-20th Century
Located in ROUEN, FR
Charcoal Portrait Drawing of a Man, Framed in Gilt Wood, French Mid-20th Century
Portrait of a man executed with minimalist strokes.
The drawing captures the essence of his face, h...
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French Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Drawings
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Gold Leaf
Dora Maar Framed Hand Signed Pointillist Drawing, circa 1960
By Dora Maar
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Pointillist composition by Dora Maar.
Authenticity stamp of the auction that took place in 1998 in Paris.
Black ink on cream white paper.
20th century, undated.
Frame not included.
...
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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper
Jared French Portrait Sketch of Chuck Howard
By Jared French
Located in Savannah, GA
Jared French
(American, 1905-1988)
Portrait sketch of Chuck Howard
pencil on paper
signed and titled in margin:
Charles Howard
Feb. 12, 1950 … by ...
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American Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper, Glass, Wood
Millard Sheets Signed Original Drawing Wartime Boats in Stormy Seas Harbor, 1942
By Millard Sheets
Located in Studio City, CA
Wonderful and darkly intriguing original artwork by renowned American Modernist artist and California artist benefactor Millard Sheets (1907-1989) featuring wartime boats caught in stormy seas. Very evocative and certainly quite relevant to the time it was created taken in the context of the war.
The work is hand pencil signed and dated (1942) by Sheets on the mat just below the artwork.
Provenance: Property from the estate of Millard Sheets.
Would be a great addition to any collectors of his work or Mid-Century Modern artist or an eye-catching stand-alone accent artwork in about any setting.
Sheets many awards include:
Watson F. Blair Purchase Prize, Chicago Art Institute (1938)
Philadelphia Watercolor Club Prize (1939)
Dana Watercolor Medal, Pennsylvania Academy of fine Arts (1943)
Drawing Prize, Los Angeles County Museum of Art (1946)
Gold Brush Award, Artists Guild of Chicago, Award of the Year (1951)
Honorary Doctor of Laws, University of Notre Dame, South Bend, Indiana (1964)
His works can be found in numerous permanent collections, public settings, and international museums including:
The Museum of Modern Art, New York
Scripps College, CA
The White House (Washington, DC)
The San Diego Museum
The Los Angeles Public Library...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
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Paper
"Man with Wavy Hair, " 1930s Portrait in Pastel, Sanguine by Porter Woodruff
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This portrait of a handsome young man with cleft chin, wavy hair and a steady gaze was drawn by Porter Woodruff in pastel and sanguine on pale yellow paper in the 1930s. The artist is best known for his paintings and illustrations for Vogue magazine -- one of five American fashion illustrators who worked for the magazine -- as well as House & Garden. Woodruff was born in Tennessee, but spent much of his creative life in Paris and Tunisia, where he lived with Georges Sébastian, an important Hungarian-born, French orchestra...
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North American Art Deco Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
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Paper
20th Century Oil on Canvas Italian Signed Still Life with Fruits Painting, 1950
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Italian painting from the mid-20th century. Oil on canvas artwork, first canvas, depicting still life with fruit of good pictorial quality. Velvet-covered frame with some small marks...
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Italian Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Canvas, Wood
Watercolor Drawing Baléares Spain Village 1960, Sign
Located in La xara, VC
Superb pair of aquatints representing the life of an Iberian village in the Balearic region. Very nice performance and creation from the 50s/60s. It is rare to find a pair of this si...
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Spanish Hollywood Regency Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Wood, Paper
Chalet Suisse drawing
Located in grand Lancy, CH
Chalet Suisse drawing c 1940 little damage on the paper at right see photo
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Swiss Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper
Henry Moore Style I950s Nudes English Drawing
By Henry Moore
Located in Roma, IT
Interesting and important two-sided drawing by a follower of the great English artist Henry Moore. It depicts with great intensity and expressive depth, a series of nudes shot in var...
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English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper
Pair of Circus Medrano Chalk Illustrations by André Legrand-Chabrier
Located in valatie, NY
Cirque Medrano chalk Illustrations by André Legrand-Chabrier. André Legrand-Chabrier (1876-1945) was a French novelist, journalist, illustrator and chron...
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French Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
Vintage Oil Pastel Drawing on Buff Paper - Signed - Unframed - Mid 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
Vintage floral oil pastel drawing over graphite on buff paper - artist's cipher lower right - unframed - mid 20th century.
Good vintage condition - no loss - no damage - no restorat...
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Romantic Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper
1960s Set of 3 Italian Architectural Etchings
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Set of 3 Italian Architectural Etchings
Signed hard to read
20.5 x 15.75 x .75 Art 16 x 12
Preowned vintage unrestored condition.
M...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper, Glass
Vintage Boho Original Pencil Drawing of Male Figure
Located in west palm beach, FL
This vintage boho original pencil drawing features a detailed male figure, showcasing an impressive use of shading and form. The framed artwork is a timeless representation of the hu...
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American Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Glass, Wood
Harry Bertoia Monoprint
Located in New York, NY
Large mono-print by Harry Bertoia, initialed and numbered 1857 on rice paper set mounted in oiled walnut frame. From the Bertoia Family collection. A beautiful rendering of his sculp...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper
Original Vintage Abstract Black and White Woodcut by Vide Jansson, Framed, 1960s
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Vide Jansson, Träsnitt
Graphics
Work with the artist's signature and title (in pencil)
Working dimensions 53/73
The work is framed
Vide Jansson was born in 1924, died in 2007. He was a Swedish graphic artist, painter and sculptor. Jansson studied at the Otte Sköld painting school in Stockholm. He continued his education in Spain and France. In 1958 he founded Grödingegruppen, which included himself, Rune Pettersson and Nalle Werner...
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Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper
20th Century Oil on Canvas Italian Impressionist Style Seascape Painting, 1960
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Italian painting from 20th century. Oil painting on canvas depicting an impressionist seascape of particular pictorial quality and pleasant decor. Wooden frame with fabric passe-part...
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Italian Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Canvas, Wood
Keith Vaughan Figures in Landscape Circa 1960 Pencil Drawing
Located in CA, CA
Keith Vaughan 1912-1977 Figures in landscape 1960s
Pencil on detached spiral bound sketchbook paper
Signed with initials KV to back
Measures...
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British Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper
Winold Reiss (attributed) Art Deco Fashion Watercolor
By Winold Reiss
Located in Sharon, CT
An American Art Deco 'fashion plate', in period and in a Winold Reiss style. Reiss, was an artist and designer of many styles, and this unsigned watercolor is in the style of his Emp...
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American Art Deco Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper
Anton Pieck Still Life Kitchen Scene with Scale Pencil Drawing 1940s
Located in Tilburg, NL
This is a beautiful drawing by Dutch artist Anton Pieck (1895-1987). A still life depicting a kitchen scene with a scale, pitcher and some fruit in a baske...
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Dutch Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper
Ephemeral Beauty: Brassaï's Rare Nude Pencil Drawing, 1944
By Brassaï
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Immerse yourself in the timeless allure of Brassaï's masterful artistry with this exceptionally rare nude pencil drawing, delicately crafted in 1944 Paris. A captivating portrayal of...
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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
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Paper
"Half Nude Man at Rest, " Important Drawing of Black Worker by De Erdelyi
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Fine and important depiction of an African American worker, one of the artist's favorite subjects, this drawing by Francis De Erdelyi gives a hint of his important influence on a g...
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American Art Deco Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Charcoal, Paper
"Reclining Male Nude", Important Drawing by Edward Wolfe, Duncan Grant's Circle
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This important, beautifully rendered drawing of a reclining male nude figure was made by Edward Wolfe, who was born in South Africa but spent much of his career in Great Britain in the company of Duncan Grant and other celebrated gay artists. A year after arriving in England in 1916, Roger Fry invited Wolfe to join the Omega Workshops, where he painted and designed furniture with strong colors influenced by the Fauvist movement. Wolfe connected to Grant and the Bloomsbury Group...
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British Art Deco Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
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Paper
Alfred Owles "The Long Wait" Original Watercolor, circa 1970s
Located in San Francisco, CA
Alfred Owles (1894-1978) "The Long Wait" original watercolor, circa 1970s
Fine watercolor of two cowboys waiting for the stagecoach in an American West...
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American Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Other
Early 20th century charcoal on paper, study of a bust
Located in Allentown, PA
This is an early 20th century Charcoal on paper study of a bust. This artist study has been beautifully executed in black charcoal on India paper. This artist study is of a classical...
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American Greco Roman Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
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Paper
Paris Street Scene Drawing, Le Clos Du Moulin Paris Drawing & Colored Ink
Located in Miami, FL
Paris street scene drawing depicting signed and dated 1967.
Beautiful depiction of a view of the street scenes of Paris, France. Vibrant decorative artwork defined by short and rapi...
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French Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper, Wood
1960s Fine Chinese Art Child Being Carried
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Fine Chinese Art Child Being Carried on Man's Back Scenic Road Travel
Frame 16.5 tall x 12.75 w x .75 thick, art 11.5 x 8 w
Original vintage condition unrestored
See images pro...
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Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper
Bernard Buffet Etching: Still Life With Flowers in Vase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bernard Buffet, France, 1954. Still Life With Flowers in Vase, hand-pencil drawing.
Ed. 75/100; hand-signed and numbered in pencil.
Dimensions:
Plate: 6 3/4 x 5 1/2 in. (17.1 x 14 ...
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French Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paint
Nell Blaine Watercolor on Lined Paper, USA, 1940s
By Nell Blaine
Located in New York, NY
During her first years in New York Blaine's work, which had previously been tightly realist, turned abstract, inspired by Mondrian, Leger and Jean Helion. At one time she was the you...
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American Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
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Paper
"Spring Frolic, " Rare Drawing with Nudes by Gaston Goor, Late Art Deco
By Gaston Goor
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Finely drawn and vividly hued, this drawing was executed in 1954 by Gaston Goor, who was famous for illustrating a number of books by Roger Peyrefitte and others in France. Goor was ...
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French Art Deco Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
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Crayon
Arthur Reiwald drawing
Located in grand Lancy, CH
Arthur Reiwald drawing
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Swiss Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
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Paper
Arthur Reiwald drawing
Located in grand Lancy, CH
Arthur Reiwald drawing
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Swiss Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
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Paper
Selection of 1930s Academic Study Drawings of Male Nudes
Located in Atlanta, GA
Selection of 1930's Academic Study Drawings of Male Nudes, hand drawn by Carl De Zeeuw, American, circa 1930's. The price noted below is for EACH dra...
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American Art Deco Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
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Paper
St Andrews Golf Club, Bicentenary Etching, Ltd Edition 10/75
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
St Andrews golf club bicentenary etching.
A rare etching of the Royal and Ancient Golf Club St Andrews Clubhouse, produced as Ltd. edition for the...
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British Sporting Art Mid-20th Century Drawings
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Paper
'Chucho' Reyes Signed Gouache of a Horse on Mounted Paper
Located in Sharon, CT
Jesus 'Chucho' Reyes Ferrera gouache painting on his typical medium -tracing paper, which has been mounted to a thin board (which has cracked down the vertical center).
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Mexican Expressionist Mid-20th Century Drawings
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Paper
Italian Drawing: Nude Man, Pencil and Charcoal.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian Drawing: Nude Man, Pencil and Charcoal.Venetian artist drew the portrait of the nude man .
Charcoal is valued for its expressive qualities.
O...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
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Paper
Mid-Century Modern Painting, Goauche on Paper, Signed Jo Verbestel Dated 1968
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Beautiful work of art, gouache on paper, by the Belgian female artist Jo Verbestel. It is a portrait of a mythical figure / fantasy figure, in a somewhat psychedelic style. The paint...
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Belgian Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Drawings
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Paint
Original Graffiti from the 1970s on paper "Sculls & Bones" by Adolf Frankl
Located in Vienna, AT
Original drawing, felt-pen, signed, framed, 21 x 30 cm
Early Graffiti from the 1970s.
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French Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Drawings
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Felt
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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Italian Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
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Paper
René Bouché Illustration, 1955
Located in Savannah, GA
René Bouché
(American, 1905-1963)
Illustration on paper of a lady from January 13, 1955.
Estate of Chuck Howard
frame 20 by 26 inches
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Glass, Giltwood, Paper
Jørgen Høvelskov: Competition entries, two boards of sketches of furniture 1966
Located in London, GB
Two competition entries with sketches of various pieces of furniture. One named “skiftespor” - changing lanes. Made for the furniture competition in connection with the Copenhagen ca...
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Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Maison Jansen Original Architectural Drawing
Located in New York, NY
An original Maison Jansen pencil drawing depicting an architectural detail "Petit Panneau Directoire" page 70 Stamped: Jansen, 9 Rue Royale Paris 8e
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French Mid-20th Century Drawings
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Paper
J.A. Van de Velde 'Jongedame' Charcoal on Paper Belgium 1950s
Located in Meer, VAN
J.A. Van de Velde 'Jongedame' Charcoal on Paper Belgium 1950s
A wonderful and very simple yet elegant drawing in charcoal.
Very well drawn and quintessentially 1950s.
Signed J.A...
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Belgian Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Drawings
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Paper
Original Earl MacPherson Pastel Painting of a Pin-Up Girl with Balloons, 1940s
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Offered here for your consideration is a vintage original Earl MacPherson pastel painting of a pin-up girl.
Depicting a blond, smiling, nude pin-up girl dressed only with two larg...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
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Paper
"Under the Tree, " Striking Mid-Century Scene by Heitland for Liberty Magazine
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A striking and bold example of illustration art, this scene of a young man in a bathing suit conversing with an elegant woman in her car coat, was drawn by Wilmot Heitland for Libert...
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American Art Deco Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
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Paper
Small American Watercolour of Fowers, 20th Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Small American watercolour of flowers, 20th century.
20th century American watercolour of flowers, dated 1962.
H: 23cm, W: 15cm, D: 0,2cm
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American Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Drawings
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Paper
"Seated Male Figure, Beachside, " Early Drawing by John B. Lear with Cabana
By John B. Lear
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Finely and beautifully captured, this depiction of a shirtless young man, handsome and pensive, sitting on the beach with his legs grasped in his ...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
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Paper
"Nude Male with Hand to Chest, " Drawing by Raoul du Bois
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Powerful and eloquent, this drawing by Raoul Pene du Bois showcases his mastery of the human figure, expressed with his usual Mannerist approach -- all elongated limbs and stylized p...
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