EDGAR NORFIELD (1895 – 1977): An original vintage illustration of a stylised female nude pin-up, circa 1940s
EDGAR NORFIELD (1895 – 1977): An original vintage illustration of a stylised female nude pin-up, circa 1940s
Edgar Norfield (1895 – 1977): An original vintage illustration of a stylised female nude at a fireside, caricature style pin-up, circa 1940s.
The painting is in ink and wash on artists board. This illustration was possibly produced for Punch magazine or similar publication.
Dimensions: 27.25cm high x 21cm wide
Condition report: This Edgar Norfield nude painting is in overall very good condition – Some rounding to board corners, some surface dirt in places, displays well.
Edgar Norfield (1895 – 1977) was a British illustrator, cartoonist and painter. Originally born in Cambridge, he studied at the Cambridge School of Art and later Hassall School of Art in London. During his career Norfield, produced amusing and slightly risqué drawings for a number of magazines including Punch and Men Only. He frequently worked as an illustrator of both adult and childrens literature some of his most recognisable works are worked included in books by Reginald Arkell, C.R. Benstead and Paul Gallico.
To watch Edgar Norfield at work for Punch see this British Pathe film:
https://www.britishpathe.com/video/edgar-norfield-issue-title-sign-please
Further works by this artist are available to purchase in our store see:
EDGAR NORFIELD (1895 – 1977): An original vintage illustration of a boxer, circa 1950s
Dimensions: 27.25cm high x 21cm wide
Price: £75
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Condition Report: This Edgar Norfield nude is in overall very good condition – Some rounding to board corners, some surface dirt in places, displays well.