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A Trio of 1930s Sketches - Depicting Ballerinas by Jean Target
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A Trio of 1930s Sketches - Depicting Ballerinas by Jean Target

1920 - 1940
Sold by Culvertons
Sold 21 September 2024 · Culvertons
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When I discovered these sketches of ballerinas by the French artist, Jean Target (1910 - 1997), I felt they were full of spontaneity and life. The first sketch of the ballerina with her arms outstretched, reminded me of the wonderful linocuts of Sybil Andrews. They appear to be from the artist's sketchbook and executed in crayon and charcoal. Each has been signed and two carry notation of the ballet in question. They are being sold as unframed works on paper, however, we will happily discuss and undertake the framing of these lovely sketches if so desired. Measurements - dancer with her arms outstretched 24.5 cm x 31.5 cm / the two sketches of the ballet dancers on points 32 cm x 25 cm.

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Culvertons has dated this Vintage Ballerina Sketch Drawing to the 1940s.

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When I discovered these sketches of ballerinas by the French artist, Jean Target (1910 - 1997), I felt they were full of spontaneity and life.
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The first sketch of the ballerina with her arms outstretched, reminded me of the wonderful linocuts of Sybil Andrews.
Culvertons

They appear to be from the artist's sketchbook and executed in crayon and charcoal. Each has been signed and two carry notation of the ballet in question. They are being sold as unframed works on paper, however, we will happily discuss and undertake the framing of these lovely sketches if so desired. Measurements - dancer with her arms outstretched 24.5 cm x 31.5 cm / the two sketches of the ballet dancers on points 32 cm x 25 cm.

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Culvertons has dated this Vintage Ballerina Sketch Drawing to the 1940s.

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A charcoal sketch on cream paper depicting a ballerina in a dynamic dancing pose with a signature at the bottom right. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A charcoal sketch on cream paper depicting a ballerina in a dynamic dancing pose with a signature at the bottom right. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

A Trio of 1930s Sketches - Depicting Ballerinas by Jean Target

Archive II A charcoal sketch on cream paper depicting a ballerina in a dynamic dancing pose with a signature at the bottom right. View II
Archive III A charcoal sketch on cream paper depicting a ballerina in a dynamic dancing pose with a signature at the bottom right. View III
Archive IV A charcoal sketch on cream paper depicting a ballerina in a dynamic dancing pose with a signature at the bottom right. View IV
Archive V A charcoal sketch on cream paper depicting a ballerina in a dynamic dancing pose with a signature at the bottom right. View V
Archive VI A charcoal sketch on cream paper depicting a ballerina in a dynamic dancing pose with a signature at the bottom right. View VI
Archive VII A charcoal sketch on cream paper depicting a ballerina in a dynamic dancing pose with a signature at the bottom right. View VII
Archive VIII A charcoal sketch on cream paper depicting a ballerina in a dynamic dancing pose with a signature at the bottom right. View VIII
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Surrey
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A charcoal sketch on cream paper depicting a ballerina in a dynamic dancing pose with a signature at the bottom right.
A trio of 1930s sketches - depicting ballerinas by Jean Target
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A charcoal sketch on cream paper depicting a ballerina in a dynamic dancing pose with a signature at the bottom right.
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  • Object[Drawings & Sketches]
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • Style[Art Deco]
  • Material[Paper, Graphite, Charcoal]
  • Colour[Grey]
  • MotifsDynamic movement, Fluid line work, Figurative study, Artist signature

FAQs

Artwork from the 1930s often emphasised fluid lines, minimalism, and dynamic movement, capturing subjects like dancers with expressive gestures rather than strict academic realism.

These works typically utilised graphite, charcoal, or coloured chalk on off-white or cream-toned cartridge paper, sometimes displaying natural ageing such as toning and foxing.

Authentication relies on examining the paper fibres under magnification, checking for genuine plate marks or hand-drawn pencil pressure, and identifying period-appropriate paper ageing rather than modern digital printing dots.

Mounting the piece with a neutral archival card and a simple slim wood frame allows the historic artwork to serve as a sophisticated focal point on a gallery wall or narrow partition.

To prevent fading and deterioration, works on paper must be framed using UV-protective glazing, acid-free backing boards, and kept away from direct sunlight and high humidity.
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