Figures in a Park / Promenade
Drawing on paper, framed format • Marcel Dyf (1899–1985)
Style & Movement
Post-Impressionism / École de Paris
Medium & Technique
Charcoal or black crayon on paper, gestural and expressive line drawing technique
Creation Period
Mid-20th Century (circa 1950s-1970s)
Dimensions & Format
Medium-scale rectangular drawing, approximately 30 x 35 cm (sight size), framed
Subject Description
A lively outdoor scene depicting figures strolling and gathering in a park or along a promenade beneath trees, executed with spontaneous and energetic linework, characteristic of Dyf's observational sketches.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good. The paper appears stable with clean presentation under museum anti-UV glass.
Estimated Market Value
GBP 1,500 - GBP 3,000
Auction Estimate
GBP 1,000 - GBP 2,000
Provenance History
Sourced from a good UK private collection with strong, reputable UK auction house provenance. Features a previously undiscovered sketch by Dyf on the paper verso.
Art Historical Significance
Demonstrates Marcel Dyf's preparatory drafting technique and his ability to capture movement and atmosphere quickly, providing valuable insight into his creative process beyond his widely known oil paintings.
Notable Features
Hand-signed by Marcel Dyf in the lower right, housed in a custom museum frame with anti-UV glass, and featuring a rare, previously undiscovered secondary sketch by the artist on the paper verso.
Condition Issues
No major condition issues noted; minor natural paper aging consistent with mid-century works on paper.
Conservation Recommendations
Maintain in current museum-quality framing with anti-UV glass, away from direct sunlight and fluctuating humidity.
Collector Notes
Marcel Dyf signed drawing museum framed and museum anti uv glass It's not attributed it's by Dyf - good uk private collection and highly reputable UK auction house provenance . Also a previously undiscovered sketch by Dyf on the paper verso