1940s Original Schrock Signed Graphite Illustration of Child With Beach Ball, Dog and Sand Pail, 13.5 × 10.75 In.

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Original graphite pencil drawing by American artist and illustrator Theodore E. Schrock
(1879–1952), depicting a young child in a swimsuit … Read more Original graphite pencil drawing by American artist and illustrator Theodore E. Schrock
(1879–1952), depicting a young child in a swimsuit and bonnet holding a striped beach ball and sand pail while standing beside a shaggy dog, with a flying seabird in the background. 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 left 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 and discoloration throughout, with staining and surface marks along the margins, creasing and wear at the upper left corner, irregular edge losses along the right side, and additional edge and corner wear consistent with age. Sold unframed.

Measurements: 13.5 in. H × 10.75 in. W See less