1940s Original Signed Graphite Illustration of Laughing Toddler With Bucket, 11.5 × 8.75 In.

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Original graphite pencil drawing by American artist and illustrator Theodore E. Schrock (1879–1952), depicting a laughing toddler standing barefoot in … Read more Original graphite pencil drawing by American artist and illustrator Theodore E. Schrock (1879–1952), depicting a laughing toddler standing barefoot in a striped romper while holding a metal bucket behind his back. 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 signed lower right 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: Visible age toning throughout the sheet with scattered foxing and staining, light surface soiling, minor edge wear, and handling marks. Sold unframed.

Measurements: 11.5 in. H × 8.75 in. W See less