1940s original black and white illustration, Steven Spurrier, framed vintage art

Unusual, rarely offered, original Steven Spurrier black and white 'wash and line' illustration circa 1940's entitled "Dressing Room". Captivating depiction of an elegant woman with her back to the viewer, revealing her laced corset. Framed with solid antique gilt wood and custom double mount behind glass. (Signed behind the mount)

32cm x 30cm frame

13cm x 18.5cm artwork

"Steven Spurier (1878-1961) was an English painter, designer, and illustrator. Following his father’s profession of silversmith at first, Spurrier studied during the evening at Heatherley’s School of Fine Art, then at the Gilbert Garrett School. From 1900 he became a full-time illustrator, working for such publications as Black and White, The Graphic, Illustrated London News and Radio Times. During World War I he worked on camouflage of ships for the Admiralty. Exhibited with the RA from 1913, elected RA 1952. He was a member of the PS, 1922–38, showing almost every year. He created Black and White Illustrations in Wash and Line. His work is held by Tate Gallery, Victoria & Albert Museum and provincial galleries."