Lot 116: Framed Nude Life Study Pencil Drawing, Mid 20th Century

Estimate: $80 - $120 AUD. Starting bid: $9 AUD.

A vintage framed pencil drawing depicting a nude figure in a life study pose, rendered with expressive lines and shading, characteristic of academic artistic training from the mid-20th century. A vintage framed pencil drawing depicting a nude figure in a life study pose, rendered with expressive lines and shading, characteristic of academic artistic training from the mid-20th century. - View 2 A vintage framed pencil drawing depicting a nude figure in a life study pose, rendered with expressive lines and shading, characteristic of academic artistic training from the mid-20th century. - View 3 A vintage framed pencil drawing depicting a nude figure in a life study pose, rendered with expressive lines and shading, characteristic of academic artistic training from the mid-20th century. - View 4 A vintage framed pencil drawing depicting a nude figure in a life study pose, rendered with expressive lines and shading, characteristic of academic artistic training from the mid-20th century. - View 5 A vintage framed pencil drawing depicting a nude figure in a life study pose, rendered with expressive lines and shading, characteristic of academic artistic training from the mid-20th century. - View 6

Description

A vintage framed pencil drawing depicting a nude figure in a life study pose, rendered with expressive lines and shading, characteristic of academic artistic training from the mid-20th century. Key Details: * Origin/Era: Mid-20th Century * Material: Pencil on paper, framed under glass with a metallic ornate frame. * Style: Academic, Figurative, Life Study * Subject: Nude figure, seated, viewed from the back. Condition: The paper exhibits signs of age-related toning and some discoloration spots, visible on the figure's back. The frame has minor wear consistent with age. The backing paper is old and sealed with aged tape. Interesting fact: * Life drawing, or figure drawing, has been a foundational practice in art education for centuries, emphasizing anatomical understanding and observational skills. * Pencil, as a medium, allows for a wide range of tonal values and expressive lines, making it ideal for capturing the nuances of the human form quickly during life study sessions. Use: This piece would appeal to collectors of figurative art and those interested in traditional art educational practices, suitable for a study or gallery wall.

Condition Report

Paper has age-related toning and some discoloration/spotting on the figure's back. Frame shows minor surface wear. Backing paper and tape are aged.

Specifications

CategoryArt
Lot ReferenceLOT-116
Estimate (AUD)$80 - $120
Buyer's Premium20%

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