1940s Original Signed Graphite Illustration of Smiling Sailor With Cigarette, 11.5 X 9.25 In.

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Original graphite pencil drawing by American artist and illustrator Theodore E. Schrock (1879–1952), depicting a smiling U.S. Navy sailor in … Read more Original graphite pencil drawing by American artist and illustrator Theodore E. Schrock (1879–1952), depicting a smiling U.S. Navy sailor in uniform glancing confidently over his shoulder while holding a lit cigarette. Executed with dramatic tonal contrast against a deep black background, the composition captures the charismatic, optimistic spirit associated with wartime and post-war American military illustration. Schrock's masterful rendering of facial expression, hands, and uniform details exemplifies the polished realism that made his commercial illustrations so compelling.

The drawing is executed on paper. The carefully modeled figure, detailed tonal shading, and expressive facial features suggest the work may have been created for a book, magazine, advertising, military publication, or other commercial illustration project, although the original publication or intended use has not been identified.

Listing many drawings by the same artist.

Condition: Good antique condition with light age toning, minor surface wear, and edge wear consistent with age. Sold unframed.

Measurements: 11.5 in. H × 9.25 in. W See less