Norman Shapiro Pastel and Ink Drawing of Figure Study

Item Details

pastel and ink

A pastel and ink drawing of a figure study by artist Norman Shapiro. This Expressionist style drawing depicts a nude woman posed in frontal view, as she rests her arms against a rounded surface while looking to the side. The composition is rendered with gestural, black brush strokes layered with frenetic pale blue, cream, green and yellow pastel against an orange field. To the lower right corner of the composition is an artist signature. The drawing is presented under glass in a stained and gold tone wooden frame with hanging wire to the verso.

Condition

- edge wear to frame; chip in glass at upper left corner; slightly dusty.

Dimensions

- measures frame; visible image measures: 8.75" W x 11.0" H.

Item #

17NYC070-345