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Item Ships From: South Coast
Young Woman With Bird Original Figurative Drawing Acrylic and ink on paper
Located in Carmel, CA
Inspired by the theatre world, Devie had retained her own unique drawing strokes. Her works reflect an approachable other-worldliness. She paints a story to be told and answered.
Th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
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Ink, Acrylic, Handmade Paper
"Portrait of a woman" Ink & Acrylic on paper framed by Devie
By Devie Elzafon
Located in Carmel, CA
Inspired by the theatre world, Devie had retained her own unique drawing strokes. Her works reflect an approachable other-worldliness. She paints a story to be told and answered.
Th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Ink, Acrylic, Handmade Paper
"Standing Figure" Nude in Charcoal and Color Pencil on Paper
By George Wishon
Located in Soquel, CA
"Standing Figure" Nude in Charcoal and Color Pencil on Paper
Beautiful modern figure drawing of a nude woman by Bay Area Artist George Wishon (A...
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Late 20th Century Impressionist South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
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Pastel, Color Pencil, Laid Paper
"Mighty Resignation" Black and White Contemporary Drawing by Mac Mechem
Located in Pasadena, CA
This Mac Mechem's drawing features a seated nude man draped in a small loincloth. Sitting in a wood-crafted chair, his gaze fixed downward as though he were brooding over some bad news. Despite the defeatist posture, his physique radiates a stark contrast—the sculpted body exudes strength and athleticism through pronounced abdominal lines, robust thighs, and defined biceps. Both hands rest passively on his knees, amplifying the sense of resignation portrayed in the artwork.
The artist signed in the lower right part of the artwork.
Mac Mechem, a figurative contemporary painter...
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Late 20th Century Contemporary South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Carbon Pencil
W.E.B duBois, America Martin_Ink on Paper_portion of sale to ACLU/NAACP
By America Martin
Located in 326 N Coast Hwy. | Laguna Beach, CA
A portion of each sale will be donated to the ACLU + NAACP
JoAnne Artman Gallery proudly introduces America Martin’s new series I See Heroes Everywhere.
Addressing the theme of her...
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2010s Contemporary South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Ink, Archival Paper
Transformista 3 - Original Figurative Drawing
By José Luis Cuevas
Located in Soquel, CA
Transformista 3 - Original Figurative Drawing by Jose Luis Cuevas (b. 1934 d. 2017.)
This original ink drawing by Cuevas depicts two distorted figures pressing their faces together....
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1950s Modern South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Ink
"The Newcomes, Chapter XI" - Early 20th Century Figurative Watercolor with Piano
By Charles Edmund Brock
Located in Soquel, CA
An fine period watercolor, dated 1910, an illustration by Charles Edmund Brock (English, 1870-1938). This, from a novel by William Makepeace Thackeray, "The Newcomes, Memoirs of the Most Respectable Family." The novel was published in 1855. Below this image are two characters from "The Newcomes, Chapter XI". Presented in a rustic giltwood frame. Signed "C.E. Brock" and dated "1910" lower left. Image size, 10"H x 7.5"W.
Charles Edmund Brock was a widely published English painter, line artist and book illustrator, who signed most of his work C. E. Brock. He received his first book commission at the age of 20. He became very successful, and illustrated books for authors such as Jonathan Swift, William Thackeray, Jane Austen, Charles Dickens, and George Eliot. Brock also contributed pieces to several magazines such as The Quiver, The Strand, and Pearsons...
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1910s Realist South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
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Paper, Watercolor
Boxer I, America Martin, Ink on Paper, Black + White/ Figurative, Boxer
By America Martin
Located in 326 N Coast Hwy. | Laguna Beach, CA
America Martin
"Boxer I"
Ink on Paper
21.75” x 27.75” Framed
In a distinct style that is both figurative and abstract, gestural and deliberate, America Martin revisits her famous bo...
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2010s Contemporary South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Ink
"People In The Street" Satirical Drawing by John Marx
Located in Pasadena, CA
This original caricature by John Marx is divided into two registers: above, an urban scene with four figures; below, a mechanical setup centered on a dog.
In the upper half, three ...
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Late 20th Century Modern South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Ballpoint Pen
Untitled Figurative by Miguel Conde, No. 102/150
By Miguel Conde
Located in San Diego, CA
Signed lithograph by awarded artist Miguel Conde. The artist is known for his mastery of engraving. His drawings and other art forms are sought after and his artwork is part of vario...
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20th Century Expressionist South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper
Vintage Coastal Figurative Landscape -- Walk on the Beach Watercolor
By Les Anderson
Located in Soquel, CA
Beautiful vintage watercolor of a coastal landscape with two figures walking along the beach by Les (Leslie Luverne) Anderson (American, 1928-2009). From the estate of Les Anderson i...
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Late 20th Century American Impressionist South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Watercolor, Archival Paper
Fishing Boats Along The Coast
Located in Soquel, CA
Fishing Boats Along The Coast
Watercolor painting depicting two fishing boats and fishermen along the oceanside by Robert Wayne Daley (American, 1922-1999). Rocks make up a pathway along the beach, while fishermen pull boats along the shore. Blue skies, with the ocean and hilltops making up the near distance.
Signed "Robert W Daley...
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Late 20th Century American Impressionist South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Watercolor
Minimalist Black and White Portrait Drawing by Jerry O'Day
Located in Pasadena, CA
The figure is centered, framed within a narrow black border. This original drawing by the Californian artist Jerry O’Day.
She was an American artist, born Geraldine Heib in 1912 and...
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1970s Minimalist South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Ink
Shops in a Small Town - Original Watercolor on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
Shops in a Small Town - Original Watercolor on Paper
Beautiful watercolor painting a small town main street by Ken L. Stephens (American, 20th Century). There are several colorful b...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Ink, Watercolor, Laid Paper
Surmounting Waves Flying Wings by Zhuyong Original Watercolor on Silk
Located in Soquel, CA
越波飛翼 (Yuè bō fēi yì) by 朱永
Surmounting Waves Flying Wings by ZhuYong
Image, 26.5"H x 40.5"W
Frame, 35.5"W 49.5"W . 1.5"D
A Chinese painting featuring two cranes in flight against a backdrop of stylized waves. The painting is rendered in traditional Chinese style, with flowing brushstrokes and a muted color palette dominated by blues, whites, and earth tones. The cranes are depicted with detailed plumage, their wings outstretched as they soar through the air. The waves are represented in a swirling, abstract manner, suggesting movement and energy. Chinese painting is known for its emphasis on capturing the essence of the subject matter rather than a literal representation, and this piece exemplifies that approach. The use of ink and color on silk or paper is typical of this art form, as is the focus on natural themes such as birds and landscapes. he style is reminiscent of traditional Chinese ink wash painting, which emphasizes brushwork and capturing the spirit of the subject. The swirling water and mountain details could also be interpreted as fractal art...
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1990s French School South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Watercolor, Silk
Wakechai (Crouching Eagle) A Saukie Chief Lithograph with Applied Watercolor
Located in Soquel, CA
1842 Wakechai (Crouching Eagle) A Saukie Indian Chief Lithograph with Applied Watercolor
The lithograph depicts Wakechai, also known as Crouching Eagle, who was a member of the Sauk and Fox delegation. King renders Wakechai with exceptional detail. The Saukie Chief is adorned with fine accoutrements such as a white fur robe...
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1840s Hudson River School South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Watercolor, Laid Paper, Lithograph
Two Nude Figures - Modernist Abstract Figure Study in Red & Blue
By David Hill
Located in Soquel, CA
Gorgeous and compelling modern figural study with two figures by David Hill (American, 20th century). The figures, which are rendered in red and blue, are posed in a dynamic conversa...
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Early 2000s Modern South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Watercolor
Figures on the Beach, Mid Century East Java Indonesia Coast Landscape Watercolor
Located in Soquel, CA
Mid-century landscape watercolor of figures on a beautiful beach in Indonesia, and early work by Sufi artist Amang Rahman Jubair (Indonesian, 1931-2001). Four tall palm trees tower o...
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Mid-20th Century Impressionist South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Watercolor
Reclining Nude - Mid Century Bay Area Figurative Movement Female Figure Study
By Hubert Buel
Located in Soquel, CA
Mid century watercolor figure study, a lively depiction of a reclining nude woman by Bay Area Figurative Movement artist Hubert Buel (American, 1915-1984)....
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Mid-20th Century American Impressionist South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Watercolor, Laid Paper
Wilbert Rideau, America Martin_Ink on Paper_ portion of sale to ACLU/NAACP
By America Martin
Located in 326 N Coast Hwy. | Laguna Beach, CA
A portion of each sale will be donated to the ACLU + NAACP
JoAnne Artman Gallery proudly introduces America Martin’s new series I See Heroes Everywhere.
Addressing the theme of her...
Category
2010s Contemporary South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Ink, Archival Paper
Nature through the Mirror Nude and with a Whirlwind Style of Childe Hassam
Located in Soquel, CA
Nature through the Mirror Nude and with a Whirlwind Style of Childe Hassam
Exquisite watercolor on card stock in the style of Childe Hassam by American Impressionist Wilhelmina (Minn...
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1910s Post-Impressionist South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Watercolor, Laid Paper, Postcard
On the Hunt - Early 20th Century Figurative Drawing with Dogs
Located in Soquel, CA
Figurative ink and wash drawing of beagles and a terrier leading the hunter to the quarry by an unknown artist (American, 20th Century). Unsigned. Displayed in a rustic black and bro...
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1930s American Impressionist South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Ink, Watercolor
"Friendship II" by Frida Willis - Beautiful Minimalist Figurative Watercolor
Located in Carmel, CA
Frida Willis (Swedish, born 1971)
"Friendship II" 2024
Watercolor, Ink, Paper
The artist signed the bottom right of the artwork.
In Friendship II, Frida Willis captures the delicate...
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2010s Contemporary South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Ink, Watercolor
Kweisi Mfume, America Martin_Ink on Paper_portion of sale to ACLU/NAACP
By America Martin
Located in 326 N Coast Hwy. | Laguna Beach, CA
A portion of each sale will be donated to the ACLU + NAACP
JoAnne Artman Gallery proudly introduces America Martin’s new series I See Heroes Everywhere.
Addressing the theme of her...
Category
2010s Contemporary South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Ink, Archival Paper
Amate Bark Painting - People Working in a Village
Located in Soquel, CA
Amate Bark Painting - People Working in a Village by Manuel Remigio S.
In this scene, people are working in a village. Interspersed throughout th...
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Mid-20th Century Folk Art South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Ink, Handmade Paper
Nude Woman from Behind in Charcoal on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
Nude Woman from Behind in Charcoal on Paper
Nude woman laying down by Santa Cruz and San Francisco artist Heather Speck (American, b. 1978). The model is on her side, facing away fr...
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Early 2000s American Impressionist South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Charcoal
John Ridge, A Cherokee Indian & Interpreter Lithograph with Applied Watercolor
Located in Soquel, CA
1838 John Ridge A Cherokee Indian and Interpreter Lithograph with Applied Watercolor
The lithograph depicts John Ridge, a Cherokee interpreter, by Charles Bird King (American, 1785 - 1862), published 1838. Compared to other indian portraits in tribal regalia, King's rendering of John Ridge appears to be different. King portrayed John Ridge in Anglo-American clothing, sitting at a desk with a document and pen in hand—hinting at Ridge’s education and career as tribal leader and politician. King was known for his realistic and sensitive renderings of his sitters, and his ability to capture their physical features and attire with dignity and attention to detail.
Condition: Good; tonal aging due to age; previous mat tonal aging marks
Presented in new conservation mat
Paper size: 19.75"H X 14"W
Image size: 15"H x 10"W
Mat size:24"H x 16"W
John Ridge received his education at Foreign Mission School in Cornwall, Connecticut and served as clerk of the Cherokee National Council. When King painted...
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1840s Hudson River School South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Watercolor, Laid Paper, Lithograph
Mid Century Abstract Expressionist Charcoal Drawing
By John Haley
Located in Soquel, CA
Wonderful abstract expressionist drawing in shades and tones of grays and black by John Haley (American, 1905-1991), c.1956-7. Signed lower left corner. Presented in 3" mat. Condition: Very good: some edge wear consistent with age. Image size: 25"H x 19"W.
A feature of the artwork of John Charles...
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1950s Abstract Expressionist South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Charcoal, Graphite, Paper
Statue of an Ascetic (The Hermit) - Figurative Landscape
By Theodore Ernest Langguth
Located in Soquel, CA
A vintage watercolor capturing a statue of an ascetic in a garden by Theodore Ernest Langguth (German-American, 1861-1952). 1915-20. Signed "T. Langguth" in lower left. Presented in ...
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Early 20th Century American Impressionist South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Watercolor, Laid Paper
A Day At The Lake - Original Watercolor on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
A Day At The Lake - Original Watercolor on Paper
Original watercolor on paper depicting a day at the lake by Ken L. Stephens (. The viewer looks on as two women can be seen painting...
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2010s American Impressionist South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Watercolor, Felt Pen
"To Market To Market", Early 20th Century Figurative Brooklyn Cityscape
Located in Soquel, CA
"To Market To Market", a whimsical early 20th century modern figurative village landscape by Frank Simon Herrmann (American, 1866-1942). In this charming scene of a downtown village ...
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Early 20th Century Modern South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Gouache
Vintage Figurative Landscape of Peniche, Portugal Harbor Boats
Located in Soquel, CA
Vintage coastal landscape of Peniche, Portugal with boats and small figures by Buford Brooks Crossland (American, 1918-2013). Signed "Buford Crossland...
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1970s American Impressionist South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Watercolor
Clown with a Hat (Clown Portrait #9)
By Marjorie May Blake
Located in Soquel, CA
Watercolor portrait of a clown by Marjorie Blake (American, 1920-1994). Signed "Blake" in the lower right corner. Unframed.
Marjorie May Gulley Blake w...
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1960s American Impressionist South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Watercolor
"Nellie" Steamship - Maritime Figurative Landscape Watercolor
By Lee Wiseman
Located in Soquel, CA
Maritime watercolor, an accurately detailed depiction of steamship "Nellie" en route on the water, complete with tiny silhouetted passenger figur...
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Late 20th Century American Impressionist South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Watercolor
Ka-Na-Pi-Ma, An Ottowa Chief Hand-Colored Lithograph
Located in Soquel, CA
KA-NA-PI-MA, AN OTTAWA CHIEF., from History of the Indian the Indian Tribes of North America, ca. 1842, hand-colored lithograph
The lithograph by Charles Bird King depicts Ka-na-pi...
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1840s Hudson River School South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Watercolor, Laid Paper, Lithograph
Clown Portrait #11
By Marjorie May Blake
Located in Soquel, CA
Watercolor portrait of a clown on heavy paper by Marjorie Blake (American, 1920-1994). Signed "M. Blake" in the lower right corner. Unframed.
Marjorie ...
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1960s American Impressionist South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Watercolor
Pink Rope Kimono
By Patricia A. Pearce
Located in Soquel, CA
Multi-layered collotype by Patricia A. Pearce (American, b. 1948). This piece is unsigned, but was acquired with a collection of other Pearce work. No frame.
Patricia Pearce (Americ...
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1980s Abstract Impressionist South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Ink, Gouache, Lithograph
The Illustrator's Workroom at The San Francisco Call, Late 19th C. Illustration
By Adolph Methfessel
Located in Soquel, CA
Skillful late 19th century realist drawing of illustration Newspaper artists at work at the Republican National Convention by Adolph Methfessel (American, 1876-1912)., c.1898. This p...
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Early 1900s American Realist South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, India Ink
Original Contemporary Female Nude Figurative Drawing
Located in Soquel, CA
Captivating pen and ink female figurative by artist and architect Reiner Keller (Swiss/American, 1926-2024), dated 2012 This nude figure drawing is calm yet expressive at the same ti...
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2010s Contemporary South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
India Ink
Indian Dancer - Vintage Illustration in Ink and Watercolor
By Irene Pattinson
Located in Soquel, CA
Indian Dancer - Vintage Illustration in Ink and Watercolor
A stoic, dark-haired woman in elaborate dress is sitting cross-legged in this illustration by Irene Pattinson (American, 1909-1999). Pattinson uses fine ink line detail and a vibrant pink watercolor for a splash of color.
Signed at the bottom, "Irene Pattinson."
Provenance: The Artist, Estate of Irene Pattinson: David Carlson; Estate of Larry Miller Fine Art, Robert Azensky Fine Art.
Presented in a new white mat with foam core backing.
Mat size: 16"H x 12"W
Paper size: 11.75"H x 8.5"W
Image size: 7.5"H x 6.5"W
Irene Pattinson (American, 1909-1999) studied at the California School of Fine Art (now The San Francisco Art Institute), San Francisco State College and The Marion Hartwell School of Design. She was President of the San Francisco Woman Artists Association 1955-56.
Provenance: The Artist, Estate of Irene Pattinson: David Carlson; Estate of Larry Miller Fine Art, Robert Azensky Fine Art.
Solo Exhibitions: Lucien Labaudt Gallery 1955; San Francisco Museum of Art, 1961 (39 works).
Selected Group Exhibitions: San Francisco Art Association Annual 1948, 54, 55; San Francisco Woman Artists, 1957-1960; Oakland Art Museum Annual, 1951, 58; California Palace of the Legion of Honor, 1960; Richmond Art Center, 1955, 56, 57, 58; San Francisco Art Institute 1959, 60. The Art Bank of the San Francisco Art Association, 1958, 59, 60, 62, 63; Winter Invitational, California Palace of The Legion of Honor, San Francisco, 1960; Fourth Winter Invitational, California Palace of The Legion of Honor, San Francisco, 1963.
Awards: First Place, San Francisco Woman Artists Assoc., 1957, 1959; San Francisco Art Festival 1957;Literature: San Francisco Art Institute - A catalog of the Art Ban 1962/63; San Francisco and the Second Wave: The Blair Collection
Exhibitions:
1963 The Art Bank of the San Francisco Art Association, San Francisco, CA
1963 California Palace of The Legion of Honor: Forth Winter Invitational, San Francisco, CA
1962 The Art Bank of the San Francisco Art Association, San Francisco, CA
1961 San Francisco Museum of Art, San Francisco, CA
1960 California...
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1950s American Modern South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, India Ink, Watercolor, Pen
Early 20th Century Country Cottage Landscape with Ducks
Located in Soquel, CA
Serene depiction of a country house with ducks milling around in the grass by Josh Fisher (British, 1859-1930). Signed "JOSH FISHER" in the lower-left corne...
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Late 19th Century Realist South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Watercolor
Bridge over the Canal - Landscape
By Elizabeth Stiles
Located in Soquel, CA
Detailed watercolor by Elizabeth Stiles (20th Century). Signed "Elizabeth Stiles" in the lower left corner. Presented in a new antuque white mat. No frame. Image size: 11"H x 15.25"W
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Late 20th Century Impressionist South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Watercolor
Monterey Wharf - Figurative Landscape
By Stephen John Skerce
Located in Soquel, CA
Detailed figurative watercolor landscape the Monterey Wharf with figures and boats by Stephen John Skerce (American, 1926-2010). Presented in a wooden frame. Signed "Skerce" lower le...
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1980s American Impressionist South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Watercolor
"Spa Hair" Minimalist Illustrative Portrait in Ink on Paper by Geraldine Heib
Located in Soquel, CA
"Spa Hair" Minimalist Illustrative Portrait in Ink on Paper
In this illustrative portrait by Jerry O'Day (American, 1912), a person is depicted in a continuous line contour style. The fine line detail of the hair gives texture and movement to the piece, with half-closed eyelids, giving the sense of calm and relaxation.
Unsigned, but was acquired with a collection of the artist's work.
Presented in a new black mat.
Mat size: 36"H x 30"W
Paper size: 28.5"H x 22.63"W
Image size: 25.5"H x 20"W
Jerry O'Day is also known as Geraldine Heib. Born in Oakland, California, on June 17, 1912. Geraldine Heib assumed the name Jerry O'Day at an early age. She grew up in Washington and studied in Seattle at the Cornish School of Fine Arts. Upon moving to the San Francisco Bay area in 1938, she further studied with Bufano as a muralist for two years. O'Day wed sculptor David Lemon and had a gallery in a converted cod fishery in Belvedere from 1942 until 1963. At that time, the couple moved to a houseboat in Sausalito, where she remained until her demise on March 30, 1986.
Post War California artist, Jerry O'Day studied at the Cornish School of Fine Arts in Seattle; studied with Beniamino Bufano for two years. She lived in the artist's colony at the Cod fishery with artist David Lemon on Belvedere Island in the San Francisco Bay Area from 1942 - 1963.
Solo Exhibitions: City of Paris, Rotunda Gallery; Lucien Labaudt Gallery, 1963; Torrance Gallery, San Anselmo, 1955; Marin Art Gallery, Sausalito, 1956; Palace of The Legion of Honor, San Francisco, 1962; East & West Gallery, Fillmore Street, San Francisco; Landmarks Gallery, Marin County, 1991.
Selected Group Exhibitions: 65th Annual Painting and Sculpture Exhibition of the San Francisco Art Association at the San Francisco Museum of Art, 1945; Fourth Winter Invitational, California Palace of The Legion of Honor, San Francisco, 1963.
Source:
David J Carlson...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Ink
Nude Women in Charcoal on Paper (Two Sided)
Located in Soquel, CA
Nude Women in Charcoal on Paper (Two Sided)
Nude woman laying down by Santa Cruz and San Francisco artist Heather Speck (American, b. 1978). On the ...
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Early 2000s American Impressionist South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Charcoal
Impressionist Portrait of a Woman Original Gouache Watercolor Style of Picasso
Located in Soquel, CA
Impressionist Portrait of a Woman Original Gouache and Watercolor
Impressionist portrait in the style of Picasso and Matisse by Cali...
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1990s Abstract Impressionist South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Charcoal, Watercolor, Gouache, Laid Paper
Mid Century Nude Figure Study of a Black Woman
By Raul Anguiano
Located in Soquel, CA
Compelling mid century nude figure study of a black woman reclining by Raul Anguiano (Mexican/American, 1915-2006), 1968. Signed and dated lower left hand corner "R. Anguiano." Presented in wood frame under plexiglass. Image size: 25"H x 34"W. Framed size: 35"H x 43.75"W.
Raúl Anguiano was born in Guadalajara, Jalisco, on February 26th, 1915. He started drawing cubist pictures at the age of 5, taking as his first models movie stars, as Mary Pickford, Pola Negri and Charlie Chaplin. Anguiano first artistic influence or aesthetic emotion came from the Holy Family by Rafael Sanzio.
At the age of 12, Anguiano attended Guadalajara's Free School of Painting under the tuition of Ixca Farias. From 1928 to 1933, he studied with the Master painter José Vizcarra, the disciple of Santiago Rebull and José Salomé Piña, and organised the group "Young Painters of Jalisco" with other artists. During this period, Anguiano worked with different kinds of models: workmen, employees and a few intellectuals like Pita Amor.
In 1934 Anguiano moved to Mexico City. He began teaching in primary schools and taught drawing and painting at La Esmeralda academy and the UNAM School of Art.
Anguiano was a member of the Mexican Artistic Renaissance movement which was started in the 1920's by the Mexican School of Art in which he belonged. This renaissance began with the San Carlos Academy movement -- among whose leaders were Ignacio Asúnsolo and Jose Clemente Orozco -- and which emerged out of the students' and teachers' discontent with the traditional paintings methods (academicism), and the close contact that the young artists had with the problems of Mexico and its people, explaining the marked critical realism to the painters of the time, including Anguiano himself.
The same year, Anguiano received a commission to paint his first mural, Socialist Education, a 70 meters fresco located at A. Carrillo School in Mexico City. Other works followed, including Mayan rituals (oils on canvas and wood), for the Mayan Hall in the National Museum of Anthropology, and Trilogy of Nationality (acrylic on canvas and wood), for the Attorney General's Office.
In 1936 he moved into his surrealist period, which lasted almost a decade. He painted circus performers and prostitutes. The most notable among his works of the time are: The Madame (gouche, 1936), The Clown's Daughter (oil, 1940), the Pink Circus Artist and the Grey Circus Artist (oil, 1941). Also during this period, Anguiano produced a series of drawings based on his dreams, with cold tones and silver-greys predominating.
In 1937 Anguiano joined the Revolutionary Writers and Artists League. Together, with Alfredo Zalce and Pablo O'Higgins, he was also a founding member of the Popular Graphics Workshop, where artists practised a graphic style based on Mexico's folk traditions. This was due to the powerful influence of the recently discovered Jose Guadalupe Posada and Goya.
Raúl Anguiano belonged to the so-called "Third Generation" of post-revolutionary painters, along with Juan O'Gorman, Jorge González Camarena...
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1960s Realist South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Conté, Charcoal
1940s Nude Figure Study II
Located in Soquel, CA
Nude figure study of a female model by an unknown artist (American, 20th Century). Circa 1940. Unsigned. Unframed. Image size: 25"H x 19"W.
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1940s American Impressionist South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Charcoal
Mount Washington Farmhouse, Watercolor Landscape with Barn
Located in Soquel, CA
Scenic countryside landscape of a barn and cows in front of Mount Washington by Mark Henthorn (American, 1943-2018), 1980.
Signed and dated "Henthorn '80" lower left.
Displayed in rustic wood frame.
Image size, 12"H x 16"L.
Mark Henthorn was an American painter with a love of nature and strong respect for light. His work depicts a mood of peace and serenity seen in the spaciousness of the Western landscape. He spent over thirty years as an award-winning architect and illustrator. His art has been displayed in galleries in Idaho, Montana, Colorado, and in the Port Townsend...
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1980s American Impressionist South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Watercolor
"Nature Walk" Forest Landscape in Watercolor on Paper, with Note from the Artist
Located in Soquel, CA
"Nature Walk" Forest Landscape in Watercolor on Paper, with Note from the Artist
Dramatic sunset landscape by notable watercolorist Douglas W. Trowbridge (American, b. 1960).
Signe...
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2010s American Impressionist South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Watercolor, Archival Paper
Mid Century Seated Nude Figure with Rose
By Louis Nadalini
Located in Soquel, CA
Elegant mid century figure study in pastel on brown paper depicting a seated nude woman with a hat and rose, by by American artist Louis Nadalini (Italian, 1927-1995). Signed Nadalini upper right. Presented in a simple wood frame, with new mat and new foam core backing. Image size: 29"H x 19.5"W. Signed and dated "Nadalini 85" lower right. Unframed.
ARTFORUM article: Louis Nadalini
In the last couple of seasons, San Francisco has lost several of its galleries. Some others have just recently begun operating but often with an entirely new group of artists. Some members of those apparently secure gallery stables that went out of business have found their way into other stables, but a larger group is without a place to show. I decided to look into such a person’s studio in my endeavor to find out what is really happening in the Bay Area art world. I went to see Louis Nadalini. His latest painting continues with the lattice of slats protruding forward with two variations of the painting painted on the sides of the slats which are viewable when standing to either side. This was always a very abstract method and he had quite often painted pure abstractions which centered quietly into hypnotic devices of exceptional color richness, but which gave a kaleidoscopic change as you moved past it. Untitled #42 (the most recent painting) has subject matter and was done in a much more painterly way. The side variations were flat in color, and there were some elements seen only in the side views, a skeleton’s arm and a black hand, for example. Nadalini says that he may abandon the lattice altogether if it gets in his way, but so far it seems to work better than it did with the abstractions. He is enthusiastic about the work he is doing, felt very free about making changes, and was, at the same time still happy about work from several years ago and unwilling to think that older work and new work should not be exhibited together. He hasn’t been thinking about galleries for a while. Nadalini goes to sea periodically which gives him time for contemplation as well as for renewing his resources. by —Knute Stiles...
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Late 20th Century American Impressionist South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Pastel
"The Artists Wife" Realistic Nude Woman in Conté on Paper by Garth Benton
Located in Soquel, CA
"The Artists Wife" Realistic Nude Woman in Conté on Paper by Garth Benton
Detailed nude drawing by Paul "Garth" Garfield Benton (American, 1940-2012). Po...
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1980s American Impressionist South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
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Paper, Conté
Portrait Nude Female Figure on Paper, Woman in Beige and Red by America Martin
By America Martin
Located in 326 N Coast Hwy. | Laguna Beach, CA
America Martin
"Woman in Beige & Red"
Ink on Handmade Paper
30” x 22.5”
AMERICA MARTIN is an internationally represented Colombian-American fine artist based in Los Angeles. Americ...
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Early 2000s Contemporary South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Ink
Surreal Colored Pencil Drawing, "Resilience"
By Charlene Mosley
Located in San Diego, CA
This is a one of a kind colored pencil and watercolor on paper illustration by San Diego artist, Charlene Mosley. Its framed dimensions are 13" x 13"x 1". It is framed. A certificate...
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2010s Surrealist South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Watercolor, Color Pencil
"Loser's Rack" - Original Charcoal and Graphite Drawing on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
"Loser's Rack" - Original Charcoal and Graphite Drawing on Paper
This drawing by California artist, Angela Stone (American, b. 1983), provides brilliant 1-point perspective in a val...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Charcoal, Graphite
Dancers - Figurative Watercolor
By Clareen Barrett
Located in Soquel, CA
Bright watercolor composition of three dancers preparing and stretching by Clareen Barrett (American, 1930 - 2014). Signed "Clareen Barrett" in the lower left corner. Presented in a distressed white...
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Late 20th Century American Impressionist South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Watercolor
Figures in Motion with Roses - Pointillist Figurative Abstract
By Ben Black
Located in Soquel, CA
Highly detailed india ink abstract pointillist drawing of figures and roses with watercolor and gouache by Ben Black (American, 1922-2003), c.1990's. Signed "Ben Black" lower right. ...
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1990s Pointillist South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Watercolor, India Ink, Gouache
Seated Female Nude in Charcoal on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
Seated Female Nude in Charcoal on Paper
Figurative piece with a nude woman by Santa Cruz and San Francisco artist Heather Speck (American, b. 1978). The model is seated, with her he...
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Early 2000s American Impressionist South Coast - Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Charcoal
