1940s Original Signed Graphite Illustration of Boy With Dog and Christmas Wreath, 12 × 9.5 In.

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Original graphite pencil drawing by American artist and illustrator Theodore E. Schrock
(1879–1952), depicting a young boy seated beside his … Read more Original graphite pencil drawing by American artist and illustrator Theodore E. Schrock
(1879–1952), depicting a young boy seated beside his attentive dog while working with a needle or small tool in front of a large holly Christmas wreath decorated with berries and a ribbon bow. 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 center and executed on illustration board. 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 with scattered surface discoloration and marks, including staining near the upper edge. The upper left corner has noticeable creasing, with additional minor edge and corner wear consistent with age. Sold unframed.

Measurements: 12 in. H × 9.5 in. W See less