1940s Original Signed Graphite Illustration of English Springer Spaniel, 11 × 8.5 In.

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Original graphite pencil drawing by American artist and illustrator Theodore E. Schrock (1879–1952), depicting a side-profile portrait of an English … Read more Original graphite pencil drawing by American artist and illustrator Theodore E. Schrock (1879–1952), depicting a side-profile portrait of an English Springer Spaniel with its mouth open, tongue extended, and expressive feathered coat. 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 drawing is dated 1949 and signed lower left and executed on paper. The carefully modeled figures, detailed tonal shading, and expressive facial features suggest the work may have been created for a book, magazine, advertising, or other commercial illustration project, although the original publication or intended use has not been identified.

Listing many drawings by the same artist.

Condition: Light overall age toning with minor surface wear, faint handling marks, and light edge wear. A few tiny scattered spots and minor imperfections are visible in the paper. Sold unframed.

Measurements: 11 in. H × 8.5 in. W See less