Description
Original graphite pencil drawing by American artist and illustrator Theodore E. Schrock (1879-1952), depicting an elegant young woman in a vintage swimsuit and bathing cap reclining on the beach beneath a dramatic sky. Schrock was known for finely rendered figurative and narrative illustrations, particularly sensitive portrayals of children, family life, and storybook subjects. His work reflects the polished draftsmanship and expressive realism associated with early 20th-century American commercial illustration.
The drawing is signed at the lower right and executed on artist's illustration paper. The carefully modeled figure, detailed tonal shading, and expressive facial features suggest the work may have been created for a book, magazine, advertising, or other commercial illustration project, although the original publication or intended use has not been identified.
Listing many drawings by the same artist.
Condition: Light overall age toning with minor scattered surface wear, faint discoloration around the margins, and light edge wear consistent with age. Minor paper imperfections visible upon close inspection. Sold unframed.
Measurements: 101/4 in. H * 9 in. W
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good overall presentation with light paper toning and minor imperfections visible upon close inspection.
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Graphite
Details:
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: United States
Art Subjects: Figure
Frame Type: Unframed
The drawing is signed at the lower right and executed on artist's illustration paper. The carefully modeled figure, detailed tonal shading, and expressive facial features suggest the work may have been created for a book, magazine, advertising, or other commercial illustration project, although the original publication or intended use has not been identified.
Listing many drawings by the same artist.
Condition: Light overall age toning with minor scattered surface wear, faint discoloration around the margins, and light edge wear consistent with age. Minor paper imperfections visible upon close inspection. Sold unframed.
Measurements: 101/4 in. H * 9 in. W
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good overall presentation with light paper toning and minor imperfections visible upon close inspection.
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Graphite
Details:
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: United States
Art Subjects: Figure
Frame Type: Unframed
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Good overall presentation with light paper toning and minor imperfections visible upon close inspection.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
10.25 x 9 x 0.1 in
1940s Original Signed Graphite Illustration of Art Deco Swimmer at the Beach, 101/4 * 9 In.
Estimate $60-$140
Starting Bid
$30
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Curated Autumn Antiques
Oct 9, 2026, 1:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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