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Mid-20th Century Oil Portrait of a Woman in Profile, Unsigned

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A compelling mid-century oil on canvas portrait of a woman viewed in profile, with a direct, self-possessed gaze that evokes the sensibility of 1940s or early 1950s figurative painting. The subject’s features are stylized with bold outlines and dramatic chiaroscuro, and her dark auburn hair is rendered in expressive brushwork against a shadowy green ground. The sitter’s turned shoulder and elegant posture draw the viewer into a moment of quiet contemplation. Executed in a moody and confident palette of earth and jewel tones, the work is unsigned but clearly painted by a skilled hand with a sensitivity to form and character. Housed in its original wood frame with a simple, slightly beveled profile that complements the era and tone of the piece. The verso reveals an aged and stained canvas with original tacking and an early wire hanging system—consistent with mid-20th century construction. This piece would work beautifully in a modern, eclectic, or vintage-inspired interior, especially for collectors drawn to portraiture and mid-century expression. Dimensions: Frame: Approx. 17” H x 15” W x 1.25” D Sight: Approx. 15.5” H x 13.5” W Condition: Good vintage condition. Some minor surface craquelure and patina to canvas; frame shows light edge wear consistent with age. Canvas verso is stained but stable.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 17 in (43.18 cm)Width: 15 in (38.1 cm)Depth: 1.25 in (3.18 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Canvas,Paint,Wood,Hand-Painted
  • Place of Origin:
    Unknown
  • Period:
    Mid-20th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1940
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Northport, MI
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU10351244874002

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