Bertram Hartman–Japanese Girl–Original Drawing–20th Century New York Modernist

Original Drawing – Bertram Hartman – Female Nude – 20thCentury New York Master Painter

An original charcoal drawing of a nude female model studytitled “Japanese Girl” by New York-based modernist master painter BertramHartman (1882–1960).

Hartman’s works have been collected by majorinstitutions, including the Whitney Museum of American Art and the BrooklynMuseum. He passed away in New York City in 1960. In the final years of hislife, Hartman created numerous New York cityscapes and figure studies. Thisdrawing likely dates to that period—it bears the stamp of the Bertram HartmanEstate in the lower left corner. On the reverse, the artist’s signature and thetitle “Japanese Girl” appear in pencil.

Compared to his oil and watercolor paintings, Hartman’sdrawings are relatively rare. In this nude study, we witness the artist’sexploration of the balance between shape and form.

Details:

• Dimensions: 15 × 19 in
• Material: Charcoal on Michallet laid paper (with watermark visible on the back)

Condition:

• Main drawing is in very good condition
• All 4 corners and edges show tape marks and some remnant tape (likely from earlier mounting)
• Faint marker writing/doodles along the lower back edge (lightly visible from the front)

Authenticity & Provenance:

• The artist’s private collection – with Bertram Hartman Estate stamp
• Acquired from Ripley Auctions, Great Auctions Live! Antique to Modern Art & Design Auction , May 17, 2025, Lot 30

Disclaimer

I have conducted thorough research to ensure the accuracyand authenticity of this piece to the best of my ability. However, it is soldas is, with no guarantees or warranties regarding its provenance or historicalattribution.