Description
George Bellows-1920s Charcoal Drawing-Reclining Female Figure-Framed
An original charcoal drawing by American master Realistpainter and draughtsman George Wesley Bellows (1882–1925). Bellows attendedOhio State University, then trained under painter Robert Henri at the New YorkSchool of Art, and later taught at the Art Students League of New York. He wasa leading figure in American art history and produced numerous drawings,prints, and paintings about war, sports, and urban life.
The current female nude drawing is in Bellows’s signaturestyle of the 1920s, with dynamic gesture, straightforward lines, cleanoutlines, and a simplified background. It bears an estate signature by theartist’s wife, Emma Story Bellows (E.S.B.). In 1997, this piece was sold atSotheby’s Arcade Auction, New York, Sale 1586, Lot 301; the catalogue isincluded.
The drawing is in good condition. It is hinge-matted andframed. The drawing itself has minor handling marks and minor soiling. The fourcorners have faint marks from removal of adhesives from previous mounting. Theframe has age-related wear and minor damages. The back of the frame has remnantsof materials from previous framing. Please refer to the pictures for condition.
Details: • Title: Reclining Female Nude • Date: 1920s • Medium: Charcoal drawing on wove paper with BASINGWERK PARCHMENT watermark • Dimensions:
- Frame: 20.5 x 18.75 in.
- Image: 10.75 x 8.25 in.
• Inscriptions:
- Lower right, pencil: estate signature, “George W. Bellows, E.S.B.”
• Provenance:
- George Bellows Estate
- Sotheby’s, September 30, 1997, Arcade Auction, Sale 1586, Lot 301
- Stair Auctions
Condition Report: Good condition; minor handling marks; minor soiling; minor marks of adhesiveremoval on corners; wear and remnant adhesive on frame; hinge-matted andframed.
Disclaimer I have conducted thorough research to ensure the accuracy and authenticity ofthis work to the best of my ability. However, it is sold as is, with noguarantees or warranties regarding its provenance or historical attribution.
