1940s Original Signed Graphite Illustration of Woman Running on Tropical Beach, 10½ × 7¼ "

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Original graphite pencil drawing by American artist and illustrator Theodore E. Schrock (1879–1952), depicting a smiling young woman running barefoot … Read more Original graphite pencil drawing by American artist and illustrator Theodore E. Schrock (1879–1952), depicting a smiling young woman running barefoot along a tropical beach in a vintage two-piece bathing suit while holding a rolled towel. Gracefully swaying palm trees, ocean waters, and dramatic clouds create a lively coastal setting that captures the carefree spirit of early American beach culture.

Executed with Schrock's characteristic attention to anatomy, light, and tonal shading, the illustration exhibits the polished realism that made his commercial artwork popular during the early to mid-20th century. The drawing is signed at the lower right and was likely created as an editorial, advertising, or magazine illustration, although the original publication has not been identified.

Listing many original Schrock illustrations from the same collection.

Condition: Light age toning throughout with minor edge wear, a few small handling marks, and light surface wear consistent with age. Unframed.

Measurements: 10½ in. H × 7¼ in. W See less