Mid-20th Century Framed Miniature Portrait Drawing Prints on Silk Attributed to Italian Artist René David - Set of Four

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Mid-20th Century Framed Miniature Portrait Drawing Prints on Silk Attributed to Italian Artist René David - Set of Four.

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René David was an artist known for creating miniature portrait drawing prints on silk, frequently produced in Florence, Italy, during the 1950s and 1960s. These, often sold as pairs, are characterized by their expressionistic style, detailed pencil work on fabric, and presentation in rectangular wooden frames, frequently featuring a "G B Florence" label verso (which were removed).

Key details about René David's work include:

Art Style: Miniature portrait drawings on silk, often depicting faces, young women, or children.

Production: Hand-finished or printed in Italy, commonly labeled "G B Florence".
Framing: Featured in small rectangular wood gilt frames measuring around 7.5 inches tall x 6.75 inches wide x .875 inches in height.

Vibe: Considered vintage, elegant, and representative of Italian decorative art from the post-war era.

These beautiful vintage portrait drawings of young girls were framed and printed on silk by the artist. The intricate details of the portraits are stunningly captured in these small size prints. Each piece is an original art print, produced in Italy using high-quality silk material. The framing enhances the beauty of the pieces, making them a great addition to any art collection.

This set is in Very Good preloved condition with a few minor scuffs on some of the frames. Each frame measures 7.5” Tall x 6.75” Wide .875” Deep. Each weighs approximately 6 ounces or 170 grams. Collectively the set weighs 1 pound 7.5 ounces 23.50 ounces or 665 grams. See less