203 - P. SCHROETER (*1866), Bust portrait by Andreas Roegels, 1888, Pencil

P. SCHROETER (*1866), Bust portrait by Andreas Roegels, 1888, Pencil Paul K. Alfred Schroeter (1866 Posen - 1946 Linow): Portrait of Andreas Roegels in profile, 1888, Pencil Technique: White heightened Pencil on Paper Stamp: Verso Estate stamp, Nachlaß Paul Schröter 1866-1946. Inscription: Upper right inscribed: "Roegels [...]". lower left dated: "13/Juni 88". dated lower left: "13/June 88", inscribed upper right, estate stamp on verso Date: 1888 Description: This characterful drawing shows the artist Andreas Roegels (1870-1917) as a bust portrait in left profile, with pince-nez glasses and a focussed, slightly distant gaze. The loose drawing style with bold strokes in the hair contrasts with the finely modelled face, lending the depiction both vibrancy and contour. The calm pose and the precise capture of the head indicate the intimacy between artist and model. Provenance: From the estate of the artist. Keywords: Paul Schroeter, 20th century, Realism, Portraits, Germany, Size: Paper: 29,0 cm x 21,8 cm (11,4 x 8,6 in) Condition: Very good condition. Overall very good, age-appropriate condition. Paper minimally browned at margins. Slight crease at lower left.