Max Walter Furniture Design Illustrations for W. & J. Sloane

Item Details

Untitled, mid 20th century
Two ink and watercolor illustrations on paper
Both pieces are signed to the upper right
Inscriptions, stamp and label throughout the margins

A pair of ink and watercolor furniture design illustrations on paper by well-listed artist Max Walter (New Jersey/New York; 1908 – 1988), dated mid 20th century. These intricate illustrations were created for the prominent furniture and rug company W. & J. Sloane, New York. Featured is a mid century modern bedroom design illustration comprised of various beds and decor. Additionally included, a French provincial bedroom set design featuring a luxurious interior comprised of armoire, mirrors, dresser, bed, and decor. The works are signed ‘Max Walter’ to the upper right. The compositions are inscribed, stamped and labeled with the company name, measurements and enumerations throughout the margins. The pieces are unmounted and presented unframed.

Max Walter was primarily known for his advertisement and interior design illustrations. He began his formal artistic training at the Art Students League and posteriorly, at The Cooper Union School of Art, New York. Upon graduating, Walter further pursued his artistic career as an interior design illustrator, refining his technique while continuing his education at the School of Interior Design, New York working under the likes of renowned artists Nancy McClelland, Paul Chalfin, and Ruby Ross Wood. Walter worked as an advertisement illustrator for Tomlinson and Drexel Heritage Companies, although most of his refined furniture and design illustrations were created for the prestigious New York furniture and rug company W. & J. Sloane, where he consistently worked for forty years.

Condition

- toning, stains, tape residues and varying wear throughout paper edges and compositions.

Dimensions

- measures a single sheet; both sheets share equal measurements.

Item #

18DCC770-044