Art Deco Silhouette Picture Attributed Marte Graf Mg Monogram C1920s Framed No.1

Type of Artwork: Art Deco Silhouette Study

Medium: Mixed-media silhouette composition printed base with hand-coloured details, mounted within an oval presentation mount and framed.

Artist: Bearing the monogram “MG”. The composition corresponds closely with known published designs associated with the Swiss silhouette artist Marte Graf (active during the early 20th century)

Description: An attractive Art Deco silhouette study depicting a fashionable gentleman and seated lady beside a table.

The work combines bold black silhouette forms with coloured decorative elements to the lady’s dress, creating a striking contrast typical of Art Deco design. The composition displays the elegance and stylised forms associated with the period and remains highly decorative today.

The image bears the monogram “MG” within the lower right corner. Research undertaken suggests the composition closely corresponds with known published designs associated with the Swiss silhouette artist Marte Graf, including examples reproduced as period postcards during the 1920s.

A charming and unusual decorative piece appealing to collectors of Art Deco design, silhouette art and early twentieth-century graphic work.

Approximate Age: Early 20th century.

Condition Report: Considered to be in very good condition in line with age. Please study all photographs carefully as they form part of the description and condition report.

Size: 19 x 23 cm (mount aperture approx. 12 x 9 cm)

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