Unknown Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

A striking Art Deco gouache on cardboard depicting a stylish singer captured in a bold, graphic modernist idiom. The figure—rendered with short red hair, a chic black hat, striped tr...

A joyful scene of lighthearted merriment in the palace of Jangahir Mahal Agra Circa 1750. Gouache and ink with gold heightening on light weight cream laid paper, 8 1/4 x 6 inches (2...

An illuminated page from a book likely in reference to palace life during Emperor Jahangir's reign over the Mughal Empire. circa 1750. Gouache and ink with heightening in gold on li...

Emperor Jahangir depicted with his harem attendees aboard a pleasure cruise, the water filled with lotus blossoms; symbols of paradise itself. Circa 1750. Gouache and ink with gold ...

An illuminated page from a book likely in reference to palace life during Emperor Jahangir's reign over the Mughal Empire. Circa 1750. Gouache and ink with gold heightening on cre...

Emperor Jahangir in his harem surrounded by lotus blossoms; symbols of paradise itself. Circa 1690. Gouache and ink with gold heightening on cream laid paper, 8 1/2 x 6 1/4 inches (...

Emperor Jahangir and Empress Nur Jahan exchanging lotus blossoms; a symbol of beauty, purity, honesty, rebirth, self-regeneration, and enlightenment....

Wicker Chair is an original pencil drawing on ivory-colorated paper, realized by Anonymous French Artist of the early 20th Century. In very good conditions. Not signed.

A substantial, late 19th century, French School portrait of an elegantly dressed young woman of the court, shown holding her English spaniel in her arms and gazing towards the viewer...

Ink and gouache with yellow heightening on fibrous, brown laid paper with a Jaipur Court Fee tax stamp in blue ink, 13 1/2 x 8 3/4 inches (343 x 222 mm). Toning, handling creases and...

A wonderful c.1830 pastel portrait of a lady with delicate facial features and dark parted hair. She is posed wearing traditional dress, her spectacular fan-shaped headpiece instantl...

Early 19th Century, Portrait of a young man wearing glasses, gouache on paper 13 x 10.5 cm oval view In a vintage frame : 41.5 x 39 cm, accidents and lacks in the gilding but but...

Expressionist Portrait of a Man in a Suit in Pastel on Paper Moody portrait of a man with dark hair by an unknown artist (20th Century). The man is shown with an elongated face and ...

Sketches is an original artwork realized by the Unknown Artist, early 20th century. Original pen drawing on ivory-colored paper. Not signed. This artwork represents two sketches ...

This is a fine detailed French Naturalistic portrait. Executed on November 2nd 1889 and signed PHL. In good condition. Signed and dated middle right. Provenance. Private collection. ...

An illuminated page from a book likely in reference to palace life during Emperor Jahangir's reign over the Mughal Empire. c 1690. Gouache and ink with heightening in gold on light ...

An exquisite watercolour by the Italian-born French artist Oreste Cortazzo (1836-1910). The scene depicts a romantic farewell between two lovers. Signed lower right. Smartly mounted ...

French School 19 th Century Portrait of a young man Signed (signature not deciphered) on the lower right Pencil, black chalk and heightenings of white and red chalks on paper Oval vi...

19th century silhouette of a female , framed and glazed and in good condition with only minor signs of age as to be expected. 2nd image with flash to show highlights etc.. Apologie...

An illuminated page from a book likely in reference to palace life during Emperor Jahangir's reign over the Mughal Empire. Circa 1690. Gouache and ink with gold heightening on light...

19th century French school Drawing Trois crayons on paper Alleged portrait of chapelain William Rounseville Alger (1822-1905) 25 x 20 cm (28 x 23 cm with the frame) Very good condit...

A fine work with masterful detail by an exceptional artist whose name is lost to history. European School, 17th century Ink and wash in black, sepia and grayish brown ink with white...

Italian School, 17th century Study for the Vision of Saint Anthony Red chalk on paper 247 x 185 mm Unsigned Provenance Private collection, Paris Collection of Count Alessandro Mag...

"Figures" is an original watercolor drawing on ivory-colored paper by Anonymous Artist of XX Century. Very good conditions. Sheet dimension: 22.2 x 16.2 cm. This is an original ...

Ink and gouache with gold heightening on fibrous, brown laid paper, with a Jaipur Court Fee tax stamp in purple ink on the recto, 12 1/2 x 9 inches (318 x 230 mm). Toning, handling c...

Sketchbook Page with Figures and Anatomical Details in Pencil on Paper Drawings of a man at a desk and other figurative sections by an unknown artist (19th Century). On the left sid...

Portrait of Woman is a drawing realized in the early 20th century by an Anonymous French artist. Pencil on paper. The state of preservation is good. The artwork is represented thr...

Academic Study of a Nun’s Head, Florentine School Late 18th – Early 19th Century Pencil on handmade cotton paper. Dimensions: 38.5 × 53.5 cm. Large study depicting the head of a v...

A striking watercolour portrait of young John Harrington in a fine black jacket with white linen shirt and regency brummel. The miniature study has been well presented in a period ov...

Signed to the lower right. On paper.

Christ Crucifixion is an original drawing on paper in pencil mounted on greyish cardboard Passepartout: 28.9 x 19 cm, realized by an anonymous Italian artist of the Early 20th Centu...

This delightfully vivid 19th century portrait depicts Sophie Caroline Franquet. Unsigned. Original label verso. Beautifully presented behind glass in a decorative gilt frame. On pape...

Very stylish, unique and original 1930's French fashion design, no doubt of Parisian origin. The painting, executed in gouache/ watercolor and pencil, is dated to the upper corner...

Louis-Henri de RUDDER Presumed portrait of François BLANC Pastel Signed, inscribed, and dated in the lower right margin: "A Madame Edmond Blanc / de Rudder / 18.." (obscured by the f...

Italian School, 16th Century Studies of Figures Pen and ink on paper, 23 × 24 cm Unsigned A finely executed sheet presenting vigorous figure studies, drawn with assured pen strok...

This delightfully vivid 19th century portrait depicts Joseph Franquet. Unsigned. Original label verso. Beautifully presented behind glass in a decorative gilt frame. On paper. Image ...

This delightfully vivid 19th century portrait depicts Anna Sophia Von Franquet. Unsigned. Original label verso. Beautifully presented behind glass in a decorative gilt frame. On pape...

Early 19th century French School, Portrait of a young man in profile charcoal on cut paper applied to pink tinted paper Oval 58 x 47 cm (overall size) the portrait itself 41.5 x 28...

This delightfully vivid 19th century portrait depicts Mrs. Capitain von Franquet. Unsigned. Original label verso. Beautifully presented behind glass in a decorative gilt frame. On pa...

This delightfully vivid 19th century portrait depicts a member of the Franquet family. Unsigned. Original label verso. Beautifully presented behind glass in a decorative gilt frame. ...

A fine portrait of a fashionably dressed woman rendered in graphite and charcoal. The medium lends itself well to capturing light and shadow across the sitter's face, which the artis...

Vintage American ballet drawing on paper by artist Tina Mackler of Natalia Makarova performing "Giselle. Signed. Framed. Measuring: 17 by 13 inches overall and 12 by 9 inches image a...

A neoclassical sketch after an engraving by Paolo Fidanza (1713-1785), himself working after Raphael. The work is signed F. Calloigne and bears a distinctive stamped mark, the origin...

A tender portrait of a young girl resting her head against her maid, after the French artist Jean-Baptiste Greuze (1725-1805). This accomplished copy is finely rendered, with soft, h...

French School of the20th Century Bust of a man viewed from behind, signed on the lower right (unidentified signature, see detail photograph) watercolor on paper 46 x 34 cm In a very...

Very stylish, unique and original 1930's French fashion design, no doubt of Parisian origin. The painting, executed in gouache/ watercolor and pencil, is dated to the upper corne...

Enigmatic portrait watercolor in warm autumn hues, circa 1930. Signed lower right. Original one-of-a-kind artwork on paper displayed on a white mat with a gold border. Mat fits a s...

Portrait is an original artwork realized by an italian artist of the mid-20th Century. Good conditions. Hand-signed. The sheet of cardboard on which the artist has drawn derives f...

A fine early 19th century watercolour portrait attributed to Elizabeth Walker (1800-1876). Daughter of Frank (portraitist) and Fanny (miniaturist) Reynolds. Presented behind glass an...

'Portrait of a Young Man in a Red Tie', gouache and ink on art paper, French School (1956). Step into the world of mid-20th century European art with a striking portrait that capture...

Ink and gouache with gold heightening on brown laid paper with a Jaipur Court Fee tax stamp in black ink, 12 5/8 x 8 9/16 inches (320 x 217 mm). Toning, handling creases and minor sc...

A fine English School miniature portrait of a Victorian lady wearing a delicate lace bonnet with roses in her hair. Well presented in a 19th-century miniature frame with an acorn han...

This delightfully vivid 19th century portrait depicts Friedrich Franquet I. Unsigned. Original label verso. Beautifully presented behind glass in a decorative gilt frame. On paper. I...

Violet Oakley (1896-1961). Portrait of a Baby, ca. 1930. Conte crayon and pencil on laid paper, sheet measuring 11 x 14 inches. Framed measurement: 13.5 x 16.5 inches. Signed low...

This baroque-style painting depicts a cherubic Cupid with rosy cheeks and golden curls, gazing upward with an expression of wonder and innocence. The composition features warm, lumin...

A fine nineteenth century graphite and watercolour portrait study of a gentleman. He is fashionably attired in a black coat and white cravat, and holds a scroll of paper in his lap. ...

A delicate portrait of a well-dressed young lady. She wears an elegant off-the-shoulder ball gown with a fresh flower in her hair. The artist has captured her striking face and demur...

A charming late Victorian pastel by the artist Emily Eyres (1850-1910) portraying an angelic young girl with luminous blonde hair and blue eyes, dressed in a radiant white gown. Sign...

A charming watercolour portrait of a young girl in traditional Dutch dress. Well presented in a gilt frame with a green mount. Unsigned. On paper. Image size: 36 x 25cm.

Artist Unknown "Tie and Glasses" c. 1940s Charcoal and pencil on paper 13.5"x17" site 19"x23" rustic wood frame Unsigned