Mid-20th Century Still-life Drawings and Watercolors

Set of Three Silver Rings Jewelry Design circa mid 20th century by Paul Touzet (French b. 1917) original gouache painting, with pencil on tracing paper stuck on thick paper, unframed measurements: 10 x 6.75 inches condition: the overall condition is very good, minor creasing to the corners/ edges, very minor staining. provenance: private collection, France We are honored to introduce to you an incredible and unique collection of original jewelry design artwork. We have over 100 similar original works - some offered as pairs, some individually. For the collector of jewelry they offer the ultimate accessory for their home. Equally, these would look stunning framed together in a jewelry or fashion store or even a vintage bistro or hotel! Discover the timeless elegance of original French vintage jewelry design artwork by the illustrious Paul Touzet, a master jeweler whose craftsmanship has left an indelible mark on the world of haute joaillerie. Born on January 12, 1917, Touzet's journey into the art of jewelry began at the tender age of 13, training under the prestigious Mauboussin in Paris. His talent and dedication quickly set him apart, and by November 17, 1944, he had officially registered his business, soon after obtaining his hallmark—a distinctive "P.A.T. / a bicycle wheel butterfly"—on December 7, 1944. Paul Touzet's artistry is celebrated for its collaborations with iconic houses such as Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron, and Sterlé, reflecting the highest standards of French luxury. His exclusive designs have graced the likes of legendary figures, including the beloved singer Charles Aznavour, for whom he crafted exquisite pieces. Touzet's craftsmanship even reached royal circles, with bespoke tuxedo buttons personally delivered to Prince Rainier of Monaco and stunning jewelry designed for his wife, Princess Grace of Monaco (Grace Kelly). Each piece of Touzet's original design artwork...

A stylish, vintage, 1940s fashion study featuring an elegant design for a woman's dress. Inscribed "Nettie Rosenstein at Marshall Field". Most likely a design study for a print adv...

French Modernist Crab in Blue and Orange Marker Drawing By Guy Nicod (French, 1923–2021) Felt-tip pen and marker on artist's paper, unframed. 12.25 × 16.5 inches (height × width) Pro...

A charming watercolour with white body colour of a floral study. Well presented in a mount and patterned frame. Unsigned. On wove.

A Duality of Ruby Elegance Jewelry Design circa mid 20th century by Paul Touzet (French b. 1917) original gouache painting, with pencil on tracing paper unframed left design overall ...

White Roses in a Glass Stem Vase by Henri Miloch (1898-1979) signed lower left watercolour painting on artist's paper, unframed sheet: 13.5 x 9.75 inches Very pretty still life pa...

Marc Chagall (1887-1985) - Sketch for L'Âne bleu stamped with the signature 'Marc Chagall' (lower right) pastel and charcoal on paper 18 7⁄8 x 24 in. (48 x 61 cm.) Executed in 1954 ...

Pencil on paper realized by Morandi in 1951. Hand signed and dated in the lower center. On rear: letter from Giorgio Morandi to Vittorio Barbarous, in ink, hand signed. Certificat...

Wreath, Circa 1956Graphite and ink on paper Size: 16.625 x 14 in (42.2 x 35.6 cm) Frame size: 22 x 22 in (55.9 x 55.9 cm) Unsigned Authenticated by the Authentication Board of Andy ...

White Iris & Spring Flowers Bouquet, Mid Century Floral Still Life Beautiful mid century floral watercolor still life of a bouquet with white irises and other blooming flowers by H...

A captivating 1930s Surrealist graphite still life drawing with a hammer, palette and chopper by notable New York Modern artist, Jan Matulka. Artwork size: 8 1/2 x 11 inches. Archivally matted to 14 x 16 1/2 inches. Estate stamped. Provenance: Estate of the artist. An innovative drawing by Matulka reminiscent of the famed series of Modern works by the American painter and contemporary of Matulka, the New York artist Stuart Davis. In 1927, Davis began work on a series of five paintings based on a still life he had created by nailing an eggbeater, an electric fan, and a rubber glove to a table in his studio. Using this group of incongruous and unlikely items, he created his first truly abstract works. An example of these paintings, Egg Beater...

Painted circa 1955 by Victor Di Gesu (American, 1914-1988) and stamped, verso, with certification of authenticity. Winner of the Prix Othon Friesz, Victor di Gesu first attended th...

French Modernist Prawn in Orange and Black Marker Drawing By Guy Nicod (French, 1923–2021) Felt-tip pen and marker on artist's paper, unframed. 12.25 × 16.5 inches (height × width) P...

This artwork "Flower in a Vase" c.1950 is a watercolor on paper by noted California artist Sara Ethel Kolb Danner, 1894-1969. It is signed at the lower right corner by the artist. The artwork size is 19 x 15.25 inches, framed size is 27.25 x 23.25 inches. It is custom framed in a wooden gold frame, with off white matting and gold color spacer. It is in excellent condition. About the artist: Born in NYC on Oct. 2, 1894. As a child Sara Kolb was taught to paint by her father who was an artist and student of Thomas Eakins. She grew up in Philadelphia where in 1917 she wed William Danner. The Danners moved from South Bend, IN to Santa Barbara in 1926 and remained. She studied under Henry Snell at the PAFA (the Sara Kolb Danner...

Wonderful and evocative watercolour on paper by the great Austrian-born artist who lived in the United States John Haymson (Vienna 1902 - New York 1980). This beautiful still life de...

Calla Lilies - Vintage Pastel Drawing, Signed 1965 Beautiful soft pastel drawing of calla lilies by Thousand Oaks, California artist Pauline J Bisaccio (American 20th Cent.) This pi...

(Note: This work is part of our exhibition Connected by Creativity: WPA Era Works from the Collection of Leata and Edward Beatty Rowan) Watercolor on paper, 12 x 9 ½ inches unframed sheet, 15 x 12 ½ inches framed, signed lower left About the Artist: Nan Watson...

Modernist Fish Study in Red and Black Marker on Paper Guy Nicod (French, 1923–2021) Felt-tip pen / marker on artist paper, unframed. Size: approximately 10 x 16.5 inches (height x wi...

Estate stamp, verso, for Victor di Gesu (American, 1914-1988) and painted circa 1955. Winner of the Prix Othon Friesz, Victor di Gesu first attended the Los Angeles Art Center and t...

Golden Leaf Jewelry Design circa mid 20th century by Paul Touzet (French b. 1917) original gouache painting, with pencil on tracing paper, unframed overall design overall paper size...

Title: Louie Wortley Blackberry Floral Jug Pitcher Still Life Pencil Drawing Artist: Louie Wortley, British 19th century Medium: pencil / graphite drawing on paper mounted on card, u...

A refined example of French Art Deco illustration, this elegant drawing is executed in ink and gouache on blue laid paper and showcases the stylish, fashion‑forward aesthetic of the ...

A striking 1930 graphite on pencil drawing of Surrealist still life of a figure profile and clothes hanger by New York Modern artist, Jan Matulka. Graphite on paper, measuring 8 1/...

Still Life is a modern artwork realized by Sante Monachesi in 1939. Charcoal drawing on paper. Hand signed and dated on the lower margin. Includes frame.

Eve Nethercott, American (1925 - 2015) - Flowers (P5.39), Year: 1960, Medium: Watercolor on Paper, Size: 22 x 15 in. (55.88 x 38.1 cm), Description: Casting a shadow across t...

Title: Nude Bathers by the River French Modern Oil Painting by Guy Nicod Guy Nicod (French 1923 - 2021) Oil on artist paper attached to a board, unframed Size: 16.5 x 19.75 inches (...

Dual Blooms: The Contrast of Ice and Flame Jewelry Design circa mid 20th century by Paul Touzet (French b. 1917) original gouache painting, with pencil o...

Eve Nethercott, American (1925 - 2015) - Flowers (P5.57), Year: 1960, Medium: Watercolor on Paper, Size: 20 x 15 in. (50.8 x 38.1 cm), Description: Bursting with color and ba...

Sea Shells – Blue & Gold, c. 1940s, watercolor on paper, signed upper left, 15 x 19 ¼ inches (image); title and artist’s name and address inscribed verso, presented in a newer glazed...

August Frederick Biehle (American, 1885-1979) Abstract Floral Still Life Watercolor and pencil on paper Signed lower right 24 x 19 inches 29.5 x 24.5 inches, framed A versatile pain...

Celestial Leaves: A Dance of Blue and Light Jewelry Design circa mid 20th century by Paul Touzet (French b. 1917) original gouache painting, with pencil on tracing paper unframed lef...

A Play of Elegance and Craftsmanship Duo Jewelry Design circa mid 20th century by Paul Touzet (French b. 1917) original gouache painting, with pencil on tracing paper unframed left d...

An original Art Nouveau decorative panel design in gouache, a design for a square tile or framed panel, executed circa 1935 by Marina Astolfoni, a student of the Istituto Magistrale ...

A captivating 1930s Surrealist graphite still life drawing of an alarm clock and mandolin by notable New York Modern artist, Jan Matulka. Artwork size: 8 1/2 x 11 inches. Archivally matted to 14 x 16 1/2 inches. Estate stamped. Provenance: Estate of the artist. An innovative drawing by Matulka reminiscent of the famed series of Modern works by the American painter and contemporary of Matulka, the New York artist Stuart Davis. In 1927, Davis began work on a series of five paintings based on a still life he had created by nailing an eggbeater, an electric fan, and a rubber glove to a table in his studio. Using this group of incongruous and unlikely items, he created his first truly abstract works. An example of these paintings, Egg Beater...

Interwoven Elegance in Gold and Silver A Fusion of Gold and Sapphire Jewelry Design circa mid 20th century by Paul Touzet (French b. 1917) original gouache painting, with pencil on t...

In the 1950s and 60s Grambs worked on many commissions. This ink drawing with a lobster, crab, and a shrimp, was probably for a cookbook; the sheet is cut in a free-form, modernist...

A Compelling, Surrealist 1946 Mid-Century Modern Still Life Drawing by Notable Chicago Artist, Harold Haydon (Am. 1909-1994). A visually striking, finely executed charcoal drawing o...

A stylish, vintage, 1940s fashion study featuring an elegant design for a woman's white ermine wrap. Likely an illustration study for a print advertisement for the famed Chicago dep...

In the 1950s and 60s Grambs worked on many commissions. The symmetrical nature of the drawing suggests it was for a book or magazine project with facing pages -- possibly a cookboo...

Still Life is an original drawing in pencil on paper realized by Mino Maccari in the 1950s. Monogrammed in pencil. Good condition with diffused foxing. Mino Maccari (1898-1989) wa...

A beautifully vibrant pastel still life showing a jug of vibrant summer flowers on a blue check tablecloth. The artist has signed and dated to the lower right corner and the painting...

A striking still life composition by German artist Johann Winter (1898-1964), featuring a fiasco wine bottle, a wine glass, apples and a candlestick rendered in a playful modernist s...

Beautiful still life drawing by American artist, Lloyd Raymond Ney (1893-1964). Ink on paper, 14.5 x 21 inches; 25.5 x 31.5 inches framed. Excellent condition with no damage or restoration. Signed lower right. Birth place: Friedenburg, PA. Addresses: New Hope, PA, 1925-64 Profession: Painter, lecturer, teacher Studied: PAFA with H. McCarter, 1914 -18 (Cresson Scholarship; traveled in Europe 1918-21; Paris in 1924) Exhibited: AIC, 1937; Guggenheim Museum, 1941-56; PAFA Ann., 1941, 1951; numerous group shows in Europe. Work: Guggenheim Museum, NYC. WPA commission, 1941, mural for New London, Ohio Post Office (Citizens of New London petitioned WPA administrator Edward Bruce to allow Ney to paint the mural) Comments: Abstract painter. He spent many years in Paris, where he was friendly with Pascin, Foujita, Frieske, H.O. Tanner, W. Pach and Roger Fry...

A striking still life composition by German artist Johann Winter (1898-1964), featuring a fiasco wine bottle, apples and a candlestick rendered in a playful modernist style. The work...

Signed lower right, 'Di Gesu' for Victor Di Gesu (American, 1914-1988) and painted circa 1955. Winner of the Prix Othon Friesz, Victor di Gesu first attended the Los Angeles Art Cen...

Charming still-life watercolor of a table setting by French artist JF Thomas, circa 1950. Signed lower right. Original artwork on paper displayed on a white mat with a gold border...

Thick Gold Bangle Duo Jewelry Design circa mid 20th century by Paul Touzet (French b. 1917) original gouache painting, with pencil on tracing paper s...

A stylish, vintage early 1940s woman's fashion design featuring an advertisement study for Elizabeth Arden cosmetics. Artwork size: 11 3/4 x 8 3/4 inches. Pencil on paper. Arc...

Highly detailed watercolor of an amaryllis blossom by Joe Yeager (American, early-mid 20th Century). Signed "Joe Yeager" in pen under one of the petals. Pre...

Mid-century modern abstract painting of musical instrument by German artist, circa 1960. Original artwork on paper displayed on a white mat with ...

Stamped, verso, with estate stamp for Victor Di Gesu (American, 1914-1988) and created circa 1950. A still-life of pears and apples with stems and leaves set in a terra-cotta bowl. ...

Vintage French Oil Painting by Louise Alix (French, 1888-1980) *see notes below provenance stamp to the back watercolour painting on artist paper, unframed measures: 8.25 inches hig...

Still Life is a Pencil Drawing realized by Reynold Arnould (Le Havre 1919 - Parigi 1980) in 1970. Good condition included a white cardboard passpartout (50x35 cm). Monogrammed by ...

Signed lower right, 'A. Sottosanti' for Angelo Anthony Sottosanti (American, 1917-2004); additionally signed, verso, titled, 'Pedro of Tehuan Tepee, Mexico' and painted circa 1940. ...

Machine Age Industrial WPA Era American Scene Social Realism Mid 20th Century Jo Cain (1904 - 2003) Elliot 17 ¼ x 35 ¾ inches Gouache on board, c. 1930s Signed lower left 27 x 46 in...

In the 1950s and 60s Grambs worked on many commissions. This drawing was probably for a magazine, perhaps House and Garden or House Beautiful. It is signed and dated in pencil on the...

A stylish, vintage, 1940s fashion study featuring an elegant design for women's scarf & hat. Inscribed "First Night", which in the 1940s may refer to either New Year's Eve celeb...

A delightful depiction of colourful chrysanthemums placed in a shallow porcelain vase. Signed and dated to the lower right. Presented in a wooden frame. On paper.

Composition is a drawing realized by Henry Wormser in the Mid-20th Century. Watercolor. Good conditions with slight foxing. The artwork is realized through deft expressive strokes.

Work on cardboard Golden wooden frame 72 x 57.5 x 2.5 cm