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Ruth Eastman
High Fashion Elegant Woman with Parasol Umbrella with Geese

1915

About the Item

Golden Age of Illustration preliminary drawing with Art Nouveau influence that was most likely for a major magazine commission. Eastman captures the elegance, style, and self-confidence associated with the upper-class American woman. The work is masterfully crafted and demonstrates a deep knowledge of academic drawing skills. The female figure is depicted in a classic pose with her scarf blowing in the wind, geese at her feet, clutching a red umbrella, and isolated against a neutral background. Signed lower right. Providence: The Illustrated Gallery Condition is fair, with significant toning to the paper mounted to a board. surface creases, scapes, and nicks. Mostly evident as the viewer gets closer to the work. Framed, the work displays quite well. Provenance: The Illustrated Gallery Ruth Eastman was a pioneer of a female illustrator who did work-for-hire artwork for magazines such as The Saturday Evening Post, Judge, McCall's, Collier's House and Garden, Liberty as well as a commercial assignment for advertising agencies. She is related to the Eastman's of Eastman Kodak. She studied with William Merritt Chase at the Art Students League.
  • Creator:
    Ruth Eastman
  • Creation Year:
    1915
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)Width: 24.5 in (62.23 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Condition is fair, with significant toning to the paper that is mounted to a board. surface creases, scapes, and nicks. Mostly evident as the viewer gets closer to the work. Framed, the work displays quite well.
  • Gallery Location:
    Miami, FL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU385311743732
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