"Woman with Blue Eyes" - 1970 Watercolor & Charcoal Portrait, signed by Artist

$ 41.72

width: 11 in Painting Surface: Paper Artist: Melissa Framing: Unframed Time Period Produced: 1970-1979 Theme: Portrait Signed By: Melissa Type: Painting Title: "Woman with Blue Eyes" Signed?: Signed Period: 1970s Late Modern Period Item Width: 11 in Size: Medium Material: Mixed Subject: Women, Blue eyes, Vintage Portrait Handmade: Yes Culture: American Certificate of Authenticity (COA): No Signed: Yes height: 14 in Region of Origin: Minnesota, USA Production Technique: Watercolor and charcoal Country of Origin: United States Date of Creation: 1970 Listed By: Owner Unit of Sale: Single Piece Style: Realism Features: One of a Kind (OOAK), Signed Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original Personalize: No Item Height: 14 in Year of Production: 1970 Item Length: 1/4"

Description

"Woman with Blue Eyes" - 1970 Watercolor & Charcoal Portrait, signed by Artist. This one-of-a-kind piece may have regional significance in Minnesota with no known reproductions or other works like this currently identified. The subject—a beautiful woman with vivid blue eyes and a gentle, pleasing smile—is rendered with sensitivity and elegance. This original 1970 portrait, titled “Woman with Blue Eyes,” is a striking and expressive work of art executed in watercolor and charcoal on paper. Signed simply “Melissa,” the artist remains unidentified, adding an air of mystery and intrigue to the piece. The subject—a beautiful woman with vivid blue eyes and a gentle, pleasing smile—is rendered with sensitivity and elegance. Her gaze is both direct and contemplative, capturing a timeless emotional depth. The composition is balanced and intimate, with soft charcoal contours and luminous watercolor tones that remain bright and captivating even after more than 50 years. The artwork measures 14 inches high by 11 inches wide and was previously framed. As a result, there is a faint tonal difference around the edges of the paper, consistent with age and framing. The paper has aged to a soft off-white, but the image itself is clean, with no smudges, stains, or damage. This one-of-a-kind piece may have regional significance in Minnesota with no known reproductions or other works like this currently identified. Whether you're a collector of vintage portraiture, a fan of mid-century American art, or simply drawn to the soulful expression of the subject, this painting is a beautiful and evocative addition to any collection.

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