Bidspirit auction | Irene Pereira Abstract Figural Drawing

Irene Pereira Abstract Figural Drawing 1963 - Irene Rice Pereira (American, 1902-1971). Mixed media drawing on paper depicting two figures on a colorful abstracted background, 1963. Dated 4/7/63 along the lower right. From a sketchbook by the artist gifted to ”Joy” on New Year's Day, 1968. A facsimile copy of the first page of the sketchbook is included with the lot. Height: 10 3/4 in x width: 8 in. Condition: The colors are bold and bright. The sheet is slightly toned, especially along the extreme edges. There are no major visible tears, creases, losses, or restorations. There is a small white accretion along the upper right edge of the sheet. There is an extremely faint undulation to the lower edge of the sheet. Light wear to the verso including some graphite transfer, possibly original to the artistic process. The work is not framed.