ARTIST: American mid 20th century

TITLE: Portrait Elderly Woman

MEDIUM: Pastel on paper

SIGNATURE: Unsigned

ART SIZE: 9x7 inches / 23x18 cm

FRAME SIZE: 11x9 inches / 28x23 cm

CONDITION: Minor paint losses. Framed under glass. Wear to frame.

DESCRIPTION: Original mid-century pastel portrait on paper depicting an elderly woman with white hair and a calm, introspective expression. Executed in a soft, painterly manner, the artist employs subtle tonal transitions and delicate highlights to convey character and age with sensitivity rather than strict realism. The muted background enhances the sitter’s presence, while the pastel medium allows for nuanced skin tones and expressive facial modeling. Presented in a period decorative frame, this work reflects the tradition of intimate studio portraiture common in mid-20th-century American and European art. A compelling and authentic vintage portrait suitable for collectors of figurative and character studies.

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