"Lady at the Desk" Original Folk Art Pastel Portrait Painting

Description

This is a folk art portrait of a lady at a desk. Canson paper and soft pastels were used.Some colored pastel pencils were used for detail.

Condition:
Imperfections: No Imperfections
Condition Notes: Perfect condition

Origin:
United States

Materials & Techniques:
Color Pencil, Paper, Pastel, Pencil

Details:
Country of Origin: United States
Art Subjects: Portrait
What type of item is it? Not Used
Frame Type: Unframed

Condition

No Imperfections; Perfect condition

Buyer's Premium

20%

Dimensions

30 x 22 x 3 in

"Lady at the Desk" Original Folk Art Pastel Portrait Painting

Lot 0149

Estimate $320-$750

Nov 5, 2026, 4:37 PM EST

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