a drawing of a woman standing in front of a mirror
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288 - Classical Modernism New Objectivity Schad, Christian Nude wi…
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Classical Modernism New Objectivity Schad, Christian Nude with Shadow. 1931. Pencil on vellum. 31.7 x 23 cm. Signed and dated. Mounted in a passe-partout. – Surface slightly rubbed. Small tears in the lower edge. Minimal traces of mounting on both the front and back. Overall in good condition. Excellent, delicate work with filigree linework. From the estate. - *Nude with Shadow* is one of Christian Schad’s characteristic figure studies, which occupy a special place within his oeuvre. The delicate modelling and the subtle interplay of light and shadow lend the sheet a remarkable sense of tranquillity and intimacy. The work bears witness to Schad’s outstanding precision as a draughtsman and his keen sensitivity to the human figure. Drawings have been a constant feature of his work since the 1920s and form a central part of his artistic output. New Objectivity. - Pencil on wove paper. Signed and dated. Mounted under passe-partout. - Slight surface abrasion. Small tears along the lower edge. Recto and verso with minimal traces of mounting. Overall in good condition. Superb, delicate work with finely articulated linework. - From the artist’s estate. - *Act with Shadow* is one of Christian Schad’s characteristic figure studies, which occupy a distinctive position within his oeuvre. The subtle modelling and nuanced interplay of light and shadow lend the sheet a remarkable sense of calm and intimacy. The work bears witness to Schad’s outstanding draughtsmanship and his refined sensitivity towards the human figure. Drawings accompanied his work from the 1920s onwards and form a central component of his artistic practice.
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Auction time 07/11/2026 at 11:00 AM
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