1920s French Portrait Drawing. Male Profile Study in Pencil in Vintage Gilt Frame
This refined portrait drawing shows a male sitter turned in profile, his expression thoughtful and introspective. Rendered with delicate pencil work and soft tonal transitions, the artist has focused on structure, light, and character rather than surface detail. Likely dating to the 1920s, the drawing reflects the influence of the Paris School, where academic training merged with modern sensibilities. The modelling of the face is sculptural and restrained, with carefully observed shadows along the cheekbone, nose, and jaw giving the portrait depth and presence.
The sitter’s cropped hairstyle and bare shoulder suggest a studio study rather than a formal commissioned portrait, possibly drawn from life. This kind of intimate figure drawing was common in Parisian ateliers during the interwar years, valued for its focus on anatomy and psychological presence.
Good vintage condition with light age-related toning to the paper. Pencil lines remain clear and stable. Frame shows gentle wear and patina consistent with age. The drawing is housed in a vintage gilt frame, whose clean lines and warm gold tone complement the muted greys of the pencil work. The combination of simple drawing and elegant frame gives the piece a timeless, understated appeal.
French School
Pencil on paper
Circa 1920s
Male portrait in profile
Original vintage gilt frame
Unsigned
Sizing incl Frame:
Height: 20.87 inch (53cm)
Width: 16.93 inch (43cm)
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