Ethel Gabain (1883-1950) - Early 20th Century Charcoal Drawing By the Window

Description

A charming charcoal study depicting a woman sitting in a chair before a window. In her lap she cradles pairs, looking down on the intently. Out of the window that artist shows a dramatic coastline with curved cliffs overlooking the sea. Signed in graphite to the lower right. Presented in a contemporary black frame. On paper.

Condition

The condition is typical for a picture of this age including some discolouration. Some light scratching to the frame.

Size

50.5 x 38cm (19.9" x 15")
Framed Size: 52.5 x 39cm (20.7" x 15.4")

Artist Biography

Ethel Gabain was born in le Havre in 1883 and was half French, half Scottish. She trained at the Slade and at the Central School of Art and Design, and by 1906 was exhibiting at the Walker Art Gallery in Liverpool. By then she had already turned to lithography which became her chief occupation thereafter. She is heralded as a master and revolutionary in the world of lithography but was also known for her drypoint etchings. She was also a regular exhibitor, showing some 52 works at the Royal Academy, and 26 at various Paris salons between 1907 and 1932.