This deftly rendered mid-20th-century ink drawing on paper board was apparently done on assignment for a fashion brand that was most likely published in a newspaper or catalog. Signed Carlyn in white near her shoulder, Unframed by Carlyn Beckman-Friedman (1934-2005). Beckman-Friedman was a Washington D.C. painter known for her Mystic Realist style heavily influenced by Impressionist principles. She trained at the Yudidsky School of Art, Corcoran School of Art, Maryland University, and George Washington University, as well as in Tuscany, Italy. Carlyn was a charter member of the American Institute of Graphic Art and the National Museum Carlyn's early dance training influenced the large, fluid movements in her paintings. Over a 40-year career, she worked as a studio artist, publications designer, art therapist, and teacher. One of the first women in commercial art, she later opened her own
18.75 - 8.38 inches Signed Carlyn in white near her shoulder, Unframed Price: $3500 Plus Shipping
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