Drawing and Watercolor by Helen Alrich Swenson Circa 1940-50s

Description

Helen Aldrich Swenson died 1955. American. A drawing of a winged fairy and a cluster of fairies flying in the sky with stars swirling. An illustration of fables and tales of the Fairy world. The watercolor highlights the soft yellows and fine linear drawing of each figure. Signed Helen Aldrich to the lower right. Matted in an archival mat and backing. The measurements are 9.5" by 11.75" and matted 16" by 20"

Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: excellent ,

Origin:
United States

Materials & Techniques:
Watercolor

Details:
Art Subjects: Figure, Mythology
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: United States
Frame Type: Unframed

Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; excellent ,

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20%

Dimensions

20 x 16 x 4 in

Drawing and Watercolor by Helen Alrich Swenson Circa 1940-50s

Lot 0432

Estimate $300-$710

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