Pastel Drawing on Paper of House Scene

Item Details

Pastel on paper

A pastel drawing on paper of a house scene. This drawing depicts a tall tree sprouting lush, blue and olive green leaves, which obscures a multi-story house fronted by a brick wall and gate. The composition is rendered with splotched applications of pastel. To the lower right corner is an illegible handwritten artist signature. The drawing is presented under glass in a white wooden frame with hanging string to the verso.

Condition

- to fair; chalk residue throughout the drawing; white background paper is filled with dirt and stains; toning to paper; nicks and scratches to frame.

Dimensions

- measures frame; visible image measures: 21.0" W x 16.50" H.

Item #

17WDC160-156