English 1920s Large Charcoal Life Drawing

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Dimensions: 37 ⅛” H x 50 ½” W x ¾” D

English 1920s framed charcoal figure study of a life … Read more Dimensions: 37 ⅛” H x 50 ½” W x ¾” D

English 1920s framed charcoal figure study of a life drawing class in progress. With remarkable talent the artist has constructed a tense scene grounded by the nude male model at the front of the class (far right of the image) surrounded by students at their easels. The Art Deco time period is evident in the geometric repetition and statuesque pose of the model balanced by a tall staff to maintain his posture. By drawing some of the figures as looking out toward the viewer, and the model turned to face them, the perceived wall containing the action dissolves to raise the question of who is studying whom. Signed and dated to the lower right (unclear); framed and matted without glass. Please view the detailed images. See less