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Period: Mid-20th Century
Bernard Boutet de Monvel, Framed Drawing Made Crossing Sarhara, France, c. 1922
Located in New York, NY
One of a series of drawings Bernard Boutet de Monvel made circa 1922 while participating in the Croisière Citroën, an expedition comprising scientists and artists who traversed the S...
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French Art Deco Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
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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Mexican Modern 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...
Category
French Art Deco Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Framed Drawing by Mexican Artist José Luis Cuevas
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pencil drawing on paper by José Luis Cuevas (Mexican, b.1934). Entitled "La Esperanza". The work is signed right center and dated 20 Dic. 60 lower right, Silvan Simon Gallery label and inscribed title verso. Sight is 11" by 8.5". With frame is 15" by 19".
José Luis Cuevas was a prominent member of the Generación de la Ruptura (Breakaway Generation), who first challenged the then dominant Mexican muralism movement. He remains a distinguished and controversial artist who is known for depicting the darker side of life and the debasement of the human society with often shocking images. He is also known for being an advocate against creating art purely for commercial gain.
Provenance: this group of the work on paper by Cuevas is from a collection purchased in 60s from Silvan Simone Gallery, Los Angles, CA. The The Silvan Simone Gallery was founded in 1958 by Silvan Simone, an former co-owner of the Florentine Gallery in Pacific Palisades. Between 1959 and 1967, the gallery showed artists such as Lee Mullican, Gordon Wagner...
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Mexican Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper
Anne Marie Persov White Babushka Signed Modern Figurative Aquatint Etching 1961
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A modern aquatint etching on paper titled "White Babushka" by California Anne Marie Persov. Artist proof, published in 1961. Signed and titled in pencil via bottom margin. A dramatic...
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American Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper
"Six Scenes with Male Nudes, " Drawings from Morocco by Jacques Azéma, 1946
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A remarkable ensemble of drawings dating to 1946, on one sheet of paper, each scene depicting one or more male nude figures, this work displays the stylization and mannerism that is suggestive of Le Corbusier and his contemporaries. The artist was Jacques Azéma...
Category
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper
$6,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Boho Original Sketch on Paper
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Experience the raw beauty of artistic expression with our Vintage Boho Original Sketch on Paper. Handcrafted with soulful strokes, this piece embodies ...
Category
American Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paint, Paper
Bernard Boutet de Monvel, Framed Drawing Made Crossing Sarhara, France, c. 1922
Located in New York, NY
One of a series of drawings Bernard Boutet de Monvel made circa 1922 while participating in the Croisière Citroën, an expedition comprising scientists and artists who traversed the S...
Category
French Art Deco Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper
John Barrymore in Hamlet, Ink and Watercolor Drawing Portrait
Located in Pasadena, CA
The depiction of theatrical characters in the visual arts has long been a means of exploring the depths of human emotion and identity. In this black and white profile portrait of Joh...
Category
American Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper
$950 Sale Price
20% Off
Francisco Zúñiga Charcoal and Pastel Drawing on Paper, 1964
Located in Miami, FL
Francisco Zúñiga Charcoal and Pastel Drawing on Paper, 1964
Offered for sale is an original charcoal drawing with pastels by the well listed Costa Rican/Mexican artist Francisco Zúñ...
Category
Mexican Folk Art Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
$3,800 Sale Price
52% Off
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...
Category
Dutch Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper
"The Idealized City, " Depiction of Classicized, Homophile Paradise by Goor
By Gaston Goor
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This idealized view of a Greek city of cliffside temples and columned walls climbing a craggy mountain is also the depiction of a homophile Shangri-La, where lithe nude male figures ...
Category
French Art Deco Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper
Vintage MCM Original Madame Gres Fahion Sketch
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This exquisite mid-century modern fashion sketch is an original work of an ensemble designed by Madame Grès, showcasing her timeless sense of style and refined aesthetic. Rendered wi...
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American Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper
"American Indian Dance, " Art Deco Drawing by Jean Target, 1930s
By Jean Target
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Evidence of Western Europe's fascination with Native American culture, dress and way of life for over a century, this vivid drawing uses watercolor, gouache and crayon to capture a g...
Category
French Art Deco Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper
$1,480 Sale Price
20% Off
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
Category
American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Glass, Giltwood, Paper
Gio Ponti, original drawing for Knoll, prototype chair, autenthicated
Located in Milano, IT
In 1964, Giò Ponti was approached by furniture company Knoll International and asked to present some ideas for chairs and armchairs. The result of the collaboration was a big dining ...
Category
Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper
$2,350 Sale Price
20% Off
"Male Nude, " Early and Fine Drawing by William Baziotes at National Academy
By William Baziotes
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Although William Baziotes is justifiably famous for his Surrealist and Biomorphic paintings later in his career, his extraordinary talent is evident in his early works as well. This ...
Category
American Art Deco Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Rare Pen Drawing by Giovanni Gariboldi for Paolo Buffa, Italy, 1940s
Located in Milan, IT
Rare pen drawing by Giovanni Gariboldi for Paolo Buffa.
Category
Italian Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper
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)...
Category
Swiss Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper
Gio Ponti Sketch "Disegni per Vasi Incrociatifor", Italy 1950
By Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
A wonderfully whimsical concept drawing of a vase. Authentication papers from the Gio Ponti archives provided with drawing.
Category
Italian Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper
Watercolour of a Village Church and Market, 20th Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Watercolour of a village church and market, 20th century.
Watercolour of a village view with market and church from the 20th century by Evelyne Luez.
H: 21cm, W: 29.5cm, D: 0.2cm
Category
European Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper
Charcoal Drawing on Ingrès Paper Signed Marceau Constantin Original, F113
By Marceau Constantin
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Charcoal drawing by the French artist Marceau Constantin (1918 - 2017). Drawing on ingres paper representing two characters in shades of black and grey creating a fascinating light a...
Category
French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper
Contour Painting Male Nude Figure, Circa 1960
Located in Rochester, NY
Contour style painting on paper of large male nude seated figure, artist signed at bottom Fred Bennett. In simple white enameled metal and glass frame with mat. Beautifully executed ...
Category
American Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Agate, Metal
Warner Brothers "Bugs Bunny" Original Animation Production Cell by Friz Freleng
By Warner Brothers Studios, Isadore (Friz) Freleng
Located in San Diego, CA
A very rare and authentic Warner Brothers "Bugs Bunny" original hand-painted animation production cell by Friz Freleng, circa 1982. The drawing of Bugs Bunny playing tennis is from a...
Category
American Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Plastic
Hand Colored by Louis Icart: Slightly Swollen Areola. Authenticated
Located in Manhasset, NY
Hand Colored by Louis Icart "Slightly Swollen Areola." An authenticated colored etching by Louis Icart in a fine gilt wood frame. Removed directly from Dr Shawn Garber's home on the...
Category
Art Deco Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Wood, Paper
1950s Pair of Abstracted Still Lifes by Emil Weddige
By Emil Weddige
Located in New York, NY
From 1957 comes this fabulous pair of abstracted still lifes by listed artist Emil Weddige. Striking Mid-Century art at its best. One is a drawing (top -- black and white with ochre...
Category
American Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Wood, Paint, Ink, Watercolor
Abstract Expressionist Ink Drawing on Paper by Salvatore Grippi 1953
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This ink figurative abstract Expressionist piece on paper is signed by its creator, noted New York School artist Salvatore Grippi. Though undated, the piece is similar in form and st...
Category
American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper
Don Swann (1889-1954) Original Etching Limited Editon
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Limited edition original etching by American artist Don Swann (1889-1954). Titled a "A Spring Shower", piece was etched onto copper plates prior to printing....
Category
American American Classical Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Copper
1965 Johnny Friedlaender Art Lithograph Etching Composition
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1965 Johnny Friedlaender Lithograph Etching -Composition
14 h x 11.75 w x 1 art 11 x 9
Signed
Preowned unrestored vintage condition shows signs of wear, stains present.
Scratches to ...
Category
German Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper
Gio Ponti Sketch "Disegni per Vasi Incrociatifor", Italy, 1950
By Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
A wonderfully whimsical concept drawing of two vases. Authentication papers from the Gio Ponti archives provided with drawing.
Category
Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper
Drawing of head
Located in grand Lancy, CH
Drawing of women head
Category
European Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper
$780
C.P. Initials, Portait of African Girl, Charcoal on Paper, Signed Banzyville 1944
Located in Leuven , BE
C.P. Initials,Portait of African Girl,Charcoal on Paper,Signed Banzyville 1944,Framed,Signed and Dated
Category
Congolese Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper
1920 Giandante X Italian Futurism Art Drawing
By Giandante X
Located in Brescia, IT
Futurist Drawing
Giandante X
Italy, 1920-1930
Drawing on paper with wood frame.
"Giandante X" signed with red pencil
Excellent Condiction
Paper size: 23 x h 29 cm
Giandante X (Mil...
Category
Italian Futurist Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Wood, Paper
Mid-century charcoal on paper framed male nude study
Located in Allentown, PA
This is a mid 20th century charcoal on paper male nude study. This drawing is presented in a handmade Italian frame with cream and black mat boards. The charcoal drawing is a male nu...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
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
Materials
Paper
$2,098 Sale Price
50% Off
Otmar Alt Figurative Painting, Berlin, circa 1969
By Otmar Alt
Located in New York, NY
From the whimsical world of German artist Otmar Alt comes this great mixed media on paper, circa 1969. He is known as one of the most significant contemporary artists in Germany.
Along with Horst Antes and HAP Grieshaber...
Category
European Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Wood, Paper, Crayon
Stunning Modernist Architectural Rendering, Drawing by G.F.Hahn
Located in Buffalo, NY
Original MCM Pen and ink architectural study for a Palm Springs Residence (unbuilt). Framed and signed; J.H.Hahn, Reminiscent of the famed Dinah Shore hous...
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American Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Lead
Abstract Expressionist Still Life Drawing on Paper by Salvatore Grippi, 1960s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Abstract expressionist still life drawing on paper by Salvatore Grippi, 1960s. Gorgeous colored graphite still-life on paper. Signed and dated. From artist’s estate.
Category
American Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper
Abstract Drawing On Textured Paper
Located in Prato, Tuscany
Abstract work on special paper, created using a mixed media technique that includes watercolor, diluted tempera, and ink. The piece clearly belongs to the abstract and expressionist ...
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French Expressionist Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper
1960s Abstract French Art Still Life Color Lithograph Marcel Mouly
By Marcel Mouly
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Modern Abstract Art Still Life Lithograph
Beautiful vibrant color
Framed art
signed by Marcel Mouly listed French Artist.
30 W x 36H x 1 D. Art 20 x 26
Original Unrestored Vi...
Category
American Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper
Bernard Boutet de Monvel, Framed Drawing Made Crossing Sarhara, France, c. 1922
Located in New York, NY
One of a series of drawings Bernard Boutet de Monvel made circa 1922 while participating in the Croisière Citroën, an expedition comprising scientists and artists who traversed the S...
Category
French Art Deco Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper
Nell Blaine Pencil Drawing on 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
Materials
Paper
Jacques Deperthes ink on paper
Located in grand Lancy, CH
Jacques Deperthes ink on paper signed and dated 1968
Category
French Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
Pair of French Colored Lithographs in Carved Frames Signed Louis Icart, 1947
By Louis Icart
Located in Dallas, TX
These two lithographs were hand sketched in France circa 1920. Both artwork are set in a carved painted frame and protected with glass; one scene depicts a tea drinking in a garden, ...
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French Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
Vintage Framed Picture, Chinese, Ink on Paper, Artwork, After Tang Dynasty, 1950
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage framed picture. A Chinese, ink on paper artwork after the Tang Dynasty original by Han Gan (c.715-781), dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1950.
Fascinating mid-century reproduction of an ancient Chinese artwork
Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout
Presented in a quality, later wooden frame behind clear, bright glass
Quality ink on paper with hand painted horse coats...
Category
Chinese Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Wood, Paper
Modern Pop Art Elizabeth Taylor Portrait in Pencil by Bill Nelson, 1980
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning early master illustration by Bill Nelson in his preferred medium of colored pencil for the Cincinnati Magazine cover story (May 1980). Framed.
Ta...
Category
American Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paint, Paper
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
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
New Objectivity Drawing (Head of Gothic Woman) by Beeldens
By Beeldens
Located in New York, NY
Neue Sachlichkeit drawing by Beeldens, unframed, pencil & charcoal on paper.
Neue Sachlichkeit (The New Objectivity). New objectivity painters infus...
Category
Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper, Pencil
$960 Sale Price
20% Off
'New Objectivity' Drawing, Woman with Veil by Beeldens
By Beeldens
Located in New York, NY
Drawing by Beeldens, Belgium, circa 1935.
References: Modern and Contemporary Art, New Objectivity, Neue Sachlichkeit.
Category
Belgian Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Pencil, Paper
Italian Midcentury Drawing: Nude Man, Pencil and Charcoal.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian Midcentury Large Drawing: Nude Man, Pencil and Charcoal.
1960s: Accademia di Belle Arti, Venezia. It is not framed so it can be shipped standard parcel .
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper
20th Century Oil on Canvas Italian Bucolic Landscape Painting, 1950
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Italian painting from the mid-20th century. Work oil on canvas (applied on board, see photo) depicting bucolic landscape with characters and city in the background of good pictorial ...
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Italian Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Canvas
Dramatic 'Neue Sachlichkeit' Anatomical Drawing of the Lower Face by Beeldens
By Beeldens
Located in New York, NY
A dramatic anatomical drawing of the lower face by Beeldens, Belgium, 1935.
Signed on upper right. Pencil on paper.
The Neue Sachlichkeit (new matt...
Category
Belgian Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper, Pencil
$1,400 Sale Price
59% Off
Vintage Boho 1930s Pencil Sketch of Man
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fantastic vintage Boho pencil sketch. A stunning rendering of a nude male in a reclining pose. Beautiful matted and framed. Acquired from a Palm Beach collector.
Category
Bohemian Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Wood
Antique Raffaello Hand Colored Lithograph Etching in Gilt Frame
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Impressive Italian hand-colored classic motif print depicting lions, birds, griffins, swans, ruins, putti and strongmen.
Raffaello Sanzio d'Urbino, also known as Raphael, designed t...
Category
Italian Neoclassical Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Wood, Giltwood, Paper
'Supermercado de Arte' - Signed 1960's Lithograph by Guillermo Silva
Located in London, GB
A fabulous artist signed lithograph print by the famous Colombian artist Guillermo Silva. This dates from circa 1965.
This framed print is a great s...
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Colombian Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
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
Harry Rosin Nude Pastel, c. 1948
Located in Ross, CA
Reclining female nude pastel, an artist rendering likely part of the pre-sculpture process made and signed 1948 by Harry Rosin.
Harry Rosin (1897-1973) was an American sculptor from...
Category
American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Crayon
Mid Century Hand Drawn Mixed Media of C1939 Brooklyn Bridge & Manhattan Skyline
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Very special hand drawing of the Brooklyn Bridge and Manhattan Skyline from 1939. EastRiver with a tugboat passing under the bridge. Well done and a great perspective from a long los...
Category
American Art Deco Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Glass, Hardwood, Paint, Paper
Set of Working Drawings, 1930, for a Free Masons Lodge, Schwind Gasse, Vienna
By Abarchitects
Located in Vienna, Austria
This is a rare set of 5 drawings concerning the Free Masons Lodge on the Schwind Gasse number 8, in the 4th district of Vienna.
The drawings were made in ...
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Austrian Jugendstil Vintage Mid-20th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper
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