Description
Petite vintage watercolor portrait painting of a woman in profile circa 1930-1940. Executed on heavy ivory art paper stock in a slightly abstracted style, from a portfolio of work from the estate of American 20th C. artist, Ruth Fulda Wacker. Unsigned. We love the divided colorblock treatment of the background colors and how that choice complements the angular features of the sitter.
Framed under glass in a period giltwood frame having carved details at the corners and just the right amount of wear to the gold finish. The piece is freshly matted with a new double window mat. (Though the mat is brand new, we do note a teensy demarcation on the edge of the second view cut in the upper right corner, mentioned for accuracy's sake and not readily noticed except on close inspection).
Mat opening view area measures 3.75" x 3.75".
Additional paintings by Ms. Wacker are available - please click "Home Lab" in the box directly below this description to visit this shop's home page.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Excellent vintage condition, see description
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Giltwood, Glass, Paper, Watercolor
Details:
Country of Origin: United States
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Frame Type: Framed
Art Subjects: Figure, Portrait
Framed under glass in a period giltwood frame having carved details at the corners and just the right amount of wear to the gold finish. The piece is freshly matted with a new double window mat. (Though the mat is brand new, we do note a teensy demarcation on the edge of the second view cut in the upper right corner, mentioned for accuracy's sake and not readily noticed except on close inspection).
Mat opening view area measures 3.75" x 3.75".
Additional paintings by Ms. Wacker are available - please click "Home Lab" in the box directly below this description to visit this shop's home page.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Excellent vintage condition, see description
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Giltwood, Glass, Paper, Watercolor
Details:
Country of Origin: United States
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Frame Type: Framed
Art Subjects: Figure, Portrait
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Excellent vintage condition, see description
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
10.75 x 8.75 x 0.5 in
Mid-Century Miniature Watercolor Portrait in Giltwood Art Deco Frame
Estimate $240-$390
Starting Price
$120
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Mid-Century Modern: The Autumn Design Edit
Sep 23, 2026, 4:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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