On the Couch, With Cat, Esther Pressoir Signed Ink/Ink Wash on Paper, 1930s horsehair brush with oak handle with a nice sense of

with a nice sense of mystery to it

General wear to the paint on the blocks

Very early 20th century I believe

with remnants of paint still covering parts of his body

quickly become known for beautifully crafted wooden toys that have become highly coveted

On the Couch, With Cat, Esther Pressoir Signed Ink/Ink Wash on Paper, 1930s horsehair brush with oak handle with a nice sense ofI knew nothing of Esther Estelle ("Stella") Pressoir (American, 1902 1980) when I found this ink drawing along with several other works by her at Brimfield (an etching also listed today, and a few more to come), but what a delight it has been to learn a bit about her, and Stella's star is most definitely on the rise. Assistant Professor of Theory and History of Art and Design at the Rhode Island School of Design Suzanne M. Scanlan's recently published