A captivating 1930s portrait executed in watercolor and gouache on paper by the artist Long, whose works span the late 19th to early 20th centuries. Signed "Long" in the lower right and titled on the reverse, this painting was discovered in France and is presented in its original mat and frame, complete with front glass and a protective plexiglass backing.
The work's subtle color palette and elegant composition embody the artistic sensibility of the interwar period.
DETAILS
· Artist: Long (19th-20th century)
· Era: 1930s
· Medium: Watercolor and gouache on paper
· Provenance: Found in France
· Presentation: Original mat and frame, glass front, plexiglass back
· Signature: Signed "Long" lower right, titled on reverse
· Dimensions: 33.5 cm × 27.5 cm (13.18 × 10.82 inches) framed
· Condition: Good.
ARTISTIC SIGNIFICANCE
Works on paper from the 1930s, especially those with full provenance and original presentation like this one, offer a direct connection to the era's graphic arts. The combination of watercolor and gouache allows for both translucency and opaque highlights, a technique favored for its expressive potential.
COLLECTOR'S WORKS ON PAPER
Signed works by identified artists from the 1930s are key pieces for collections focusing on early 20th-century art. The double protection (glass and plexiglass) and original framing indicate the care taken to preserve this piece, adding to its value.
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