Two from a series of five c. 1900 - 1920 allegorical pencil drawings by German born American Heinrich Arad Schmidt. Though these pieces are unsigned they are from his estate auction and each is more provocative than the next. This pencil drawing was most likely a commissioned work for a large building in Europe. This is one of two this this architectural theme. The details are extraordinary and the technique, subject and execution are synonymous with the period. Each is a wonderful work ready for framing. Please read below for a short excerpt from the Elder Art Gallery regarding Mr. Schmidt. From what I know these were his original sketches for windows and/or architectural reliefs. More vintage and antique Paintings and Illustrations
CONDITION: The condition is excellent with no damage. Each piece is matted.
SIZE: Each of the drawings measures in the range of 14 inches x 7 inches plus the matting.
"The ElderArt Gallery has introduced a new concept to the local arts scene in Charlotte, NC...." The Vintage Gallery is currently showing two paintings that represent historical significance. The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse was painted in 1919 by Heinrich Arad Schmidt to present his design of the stained glass window for the Munich Cathedral in Germany. "As the story goes, the windows were installed in the Cathedral but were lost in the bombing of the city during the war. Schmidt escaped from Nazi Germany with eight paintings, one of which is the large painting that is on display at our gallery" said Elder.
Buyer responsibilities: While I do my best to describe any potential flaws with equal attention to its attributes, please use the zoom feature to examine the item to make a determination if this meets your standards for vintage and antique items being offered. Email should you have any questions or require more information.
Andrea, your store is a wonderful treasure trove and your knowledge and class are of a scholarly collector.
I am a university research professor with an eye for detail. I have never seen any vendor with your level of exquisite scholarship. Just like your fine objets d'art, your descriptions are crafted with masterful finesse; it is such a pleasure reading them and it is also a great learning experience. Thanks again! Patrick
Deco Deva
Proprietor
Downsizing was inevitable and I've done it several times already. This is the big one, and I am still unboxing treasures retrieved from storage after decades.
All pieces are one of a kind handpicked by yours truly over 40 years to add texture, style and story to your authentic style.
My collecting story starts after watching Astaire and Rogers float across a dance floor as a young girl, I have loved art deco design, art, fashion and jewelry. So bold and beautiful, and so different from anything that came before it. Art deco changed social and design sensibilities forever. A lifetime collector of high quality antiques and vintage, I started by making contacts, researching and learning. Picking the best of the best, I live with art deco and vintage decor and used to wear the fashions of the day. To say that I feel in love is an understatement. I reveled in the fact that I was able to reflect my unique style and sensibilities with a marriage of old and new.
Since I was in my teens I have bought what pleases me, what I find beautiful and unique, and the things that speak to me on a creative level. I hope that you can see and feel the passion and love that I feel for antiques and vintage pieces and share with you. You will find art deco, collectible and vintage fine art paintings, original illustrations and magazine covers, home decor, marble, alabaster and metal lamps, nude flapper table lamps, sterling silver decorative accents and tableware for the home and entertaining, designer and estate jewelry and fine vintage watches in my shop.