1940s Original Signed Graphite Illustration of Music Recital, 10.5 X 8.5 In.

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Original graphite pencil drawing by American artist and illustrator Theodore E. Schrock (1879–1952), depicting a heartwarming family music recital with … Read more Original graphite pencil drawing by American artist and illustrator Theodore E. Schrock (1879–1952), depicting a heartwarming family music recital with a young violinist performing while an adult and child accompany her by singing from sheet music. The composition beautifully captures the intimacy of home music-making, emphasizing grace, concentration, and the shared joy of performance through Schrock's refined draftsmanship and masterful tonal modeling.

The drawing is executed on illustration board and is marked "REVERSE" along the lower margin. Schrock was known for finely rendered figurative and narrative illustrations, particularly sensitive portrayals of children, family life, and storybook subjects. His work reflects the polished draftsmanship and expressive realism associated with early 20th-century American commercial illustration.

The carefully modeled figures, dramatic use of light and shadow, and balanced composition suggest the work may have been created for a book, magazine, advertising campaign, 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 overall presentation with light paper toning and minor imperfections visible upon close inspection. Sold unframed.

Measurements: 10.5 in. H × 8.5 in. W See less