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Framed Portrait in Pastels Signed and Dated 1939
Tinker & Toad
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Framed Portrait in Pastels Signed and Dated 1939

1920 - 1940
For Sale by Tinker & Toad
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Framed Portrait In Pastels Signed And Dated 1939. A charming well executed portrait from the first half of the 1900's. The artist has captured the sitter particularly well especially with the light and proportions. Suitably mounted and framed. Actual artwork measures 32cm by 32cm.

Physical Dimensions
Height
64cm (25.20")
Width
51cm (20.08")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
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Tinker & Toad has dated this Framed Pastel Portrait Drawing to the 1930s.

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SA996921
Description
Framed Portrait In Pastels Signed And Dated 1939. A charming well executed portrait from the first half of the 1900's. The artist has captured the sitter particularly well especially with the light and proportions. Suitably mounted and framed. Actual artwork measures 32cm by 32cm.
Height
64cm (25.20")
Width
51cm (20.08")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Date of Manufacture

Tinker & Toad has dated this Framed Pastel Portrait Drawing to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA996921
Tinker & Toad
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A framed original pastel drawing on grey paper depicting a figure in a hat, dated 1939, presented in a dark wood frame.
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Archive I A framed original pastel drawing on grey paper depicting a figure in a hat, dated 1939, presented in a dark wood frame.

Framed Portrait in Pastels Signed and Dated 1939

Archive II A framed original pastel drawing on grey paper depicting a figure in a hat, dated 1939, presented in a dark wood frame. View II
Archive III A framed original pastel drawing on grey paper depicting a figure in a hat, dated 1939, presented in a dark wood frame. View III
Archive IV A framed original pastel drawing on grey paper depicting a figure in a hat, dated 1939, presented in a dark wood frame. View IV
Archive V A framed original pastel drawing on grey paper depicting a figure in a hat, dated 1939, presented in a dark wood frame. View V
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A framed original pastel drawing on grey paper depicting a figure in a hat, dated 1939, presented in a dark wood frame.
Framed Portrait In Pastels Signed And Dated 1939
Ref: SA996921
A framed original pastel drawing on grey paper depicting a figure in a hat, dated 1939, presented in a dark wood frame.
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Mid-20th-century pastel portraiture often emphasized rapid, atmospheric draughtsmanship using soft pastel chalks and charcoal on textured, toned paper. Artists focused on capturing character, expression, and subtle lighting through expressive line work rather than heavily layered paint.

Works in this medium were typically created using dry pastel sticks made of pure pigment mixed with a minimal binder, applied to charcoal paper or card. Frames from the era generally featured glazed wood moulding with protective mounts to prevent the pastel dust from contacting the glass.

Authentic period drawings often feature handwritten signatures, dates, or artist monograms in charcoal or pencil near the lower edge. Naturally aged paper shows slight toning, foxing, or creasing, while the reverse side may display period framing tape or original backing boards.

A framed vintage portrait works effectively as part of a curated gallery wall alongside contemporary prints and line drawings. Alternatively, positioning a single muted portrait above a console table or desk provides a refined, classical focal point.

Pastel artwork must remain framed under glass with a mount or spacer to prevent the soft pigment from smudging against the glass surface. Keep the picture away from direct sunlight to avoid paper degradation and maintain stable humidity levels to prevent mould growth.
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