New Beginnings
Lot 33:
Description
This pastel painting on paper is signed by the artist P. Manning. The figurative portrait depicts a man in Western attire, including a wide-brimmed cowboy hat and a blue button-down shirt. The subject is shown with arms crossed over a multi-colored striped textile. The work is executed with confident, visible strokes against a soft, blended background of blue and earth tones. The piece is housed in a simple wood frame with a black inner border. No watermarks or collection marks are visible.
Signed lower right: P. Manning
Sight dimensions 21.5 X 28.5 in.
Frame dimensions 24 X 31 X 1 in.
Condition report:
The artwork appears to be in good overall condition behind glass, with no significant foxing or staining apparent. The wood frame shows minor scuffs and small chips along the lower edge. The brown paper backing on the verso shows several tears and punctures.
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