Description
Helen Wagner Malta (1912-1975) worked in New York City in the 1930s, teaching at the Harlem Art Center and working on the New York branch of the WPA graphics division. The works from her estate listed on Chairish are from a cache of disbound sketchbooks. Her work is included in the collections of the Philadelphia Museum of Art and the National Gallery.
Unsigned, ink on very thin paper.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Overall good condition.
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Pen and Ink
Details:
Frame Type: Unframed
Art Subjects: Animals, Figure
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: United States
Unsigned, ink on very thin paper.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Overall good condition.
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Pen and Ink
Details:
Frame Type: Unframed
Art Subjects: Animals, Figure
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: United States
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Overall good condition.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
9 x 7.75 x 0.1 in
1930s Helen Malta Figural Drawing
Estimate $25-$50
Starting Bid
$10
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The Collector's Art & Design Edit
Oct 6, 2026, 4:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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