Nude Female Pencil Study Drawing by Marie Louise Simard, 1934

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A study in grace and subtle sensuality, this evocative 1934 black pencil and charcoal drawing by French artist Marie Louise … Read more A study in grace and subtle sensuality, this evocative 1934 black pencil and charcoal drawing by French artist Marie Louise Simard (1886–1963) showcases a nude female figure with sculptural beauty and poise. Standing in a languid pose, gently leaning against a table, the model's voluptuous silhouette reflects the celebrated Art Deco aesthetic—confident, romantic, and timeless.
Her mastery of anatomy and shadow elevates Simard's minimalist draftsmanship. Soft contours and dramatic highlights emphasize the natural elegance of the female form with striking simplicity. Her signature appears in the lower left corner alongside her distinctive "MS" stamp, affirming authenticity and period provenance.
Expertly presented in a natural wood frame, the artwork is further enhanced by a clean, white matte finish and protective glass, offering modern clarity while preserving its vintage allure.
This work is ideal for collectors seeking an intimate yet sophisticated piece of early 20th-century figure study, beautifully capturing the spirit of its era.

Measurements:
With frame: 14 in wide (35.5 cm) by 21.25 in high (54 cm).
View: 7.50 in wide (19 cm) by 14.57 in high (37 cm).

Reference:
Marie Louise Simard (1886-1963) was a French sculptress and painter. She was born in Paris. She learned the rudiments of sculpture in Monaco with a stone cutter. She has exhibited at the Salon des Tuileries and the Salon des Independents since 1927. She created several decorative bronzes, nudes, dancing figures, and elegant female figures in silvered bronze, enamels, or the "Dinanderie" technique. She is also known for watercolor and works on paper. She has exhibited at the Edgar Brandt and Danthon Galleries in Paris and participated in several exhibits in Madrid, Prague, and Tokyo. See less