Up for sale is a stunning, original mid-century profile portrait of a man, executed in pastel and colored chalk on a warm-toned paper. This piece is a masterclass in 1940s illustrative style, featuring exceptional detail in the subject's "marcel wave" hairstyle and sharp facial features.

The work is clearly signed and dated 1947 in the lower-right corner. The signature is precise and steady, reflecting the hand of a skilled portraitist or commercial illustrator of the era.

The portrait itself is in excellent vintage condition with vibrant pigments and no visible foxing or tearing.

Housed in a period-appropriate wooden frame with a gold-tone inner lip. The frame shows minor vintage wear (scuffs/character) consistent with its age. Some clouding on the top portion of the glass.

The original brown paper dust cover on the back is present but has some tearing (see photos). The original hanging wire is intact and ready for display. Measures 13 x 19. Collectible.