Figure with Decorative Drapery against Turquoise Ground
Mixed media drawing on paper or card stock • Signed with a cursive signature and the year '63, likely by a mid-20th-century illustrator or contemporary artist
Style & Movement
Mid-20th Century Illustration / Modern Figurative
Medium & Technique
Ink line drawing with watercolor or gouache wash on tinted paper, executed with precision line work and flat color washes
Creation Period
Dated 1963
Dimensions & Format
Estimated small to medium format, vertical orientation
Subject Description
Partial view of a stylized figural composition featuring intricate, ornate drapery or costume elements rendered in fine black ink lines against a vibrant turquoise background
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good condition overall, with visible crease marks and minor surface wear along the edges
Estimated Market Value
$300 - $600
Auction Estimate
$200 - $400
Provenance History
Directly acquired from a private collection, bearing a handwritten signature and date indicating mid-century studio production
Art Historical Significance
Representative of mid-20th-century graphic illustration and decorative arts styles, reflecting the illustrative sensibilities of the period
Notable Features
Distinctive fine-line ink work combined with a striking turquoise color field and a clear artist signature paired with the year 1963
Condition Issues
Visible diagonal creasing across the paper support, minor edge wear, and potential fading of the background pigment due to light exposure
Conservation Recommendations
Recommend storing in an acid-free mat and frame with UV-filtering glazing, maintaining stable humidity and indirect lighting