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François de Hérain (1877–1962) was a French draftsman and painter trained in the academic tradition of the turn of the 20th century. His pencil portraits with white highlights, executed with great finesse, demonstrate a mastery of classical drawing and a particular sensitivity to the psychology of faces.
This highlighted drawing (pencil with white highlights), dating from the 1900s–1920s, depicts a feminine portrait of great tenderness. The face, delicately modeled by the white highlights against a beige paper background, emerges with a striking presence. The paper shows a slight patina consistent with its age. The work is presented in an antique gilded frame.
Technique: Highlighted drawing (pencil + white highlights)
Medium: Paper
Viewing dimensions: 34 × 25 cm
Subject: Female portrait
Signature: Signed lower right
Estimated period: Circa 1900–1920
Framing: Antique gilded frame
Condition: Good overall condition, slight patina on the paper consistent with its age
This work is offered by PACART after verification of its authenticity and stylistic consistency.
Ref: GSI4ORR15D