Nude Female figure,Franklin White, Australian

Description

Nude Female Figure, Study of a Reclining Nude

Franklin White (also known as Charles Franklin White)

This finely observed drawing depicts a curvaceous female figure reclining on a daybed, rendered with assurance, sensitivity, and a strong academic grounding in figure study. The relaxed pose and confident line reflect Franklin White’s lifelong engagement with the human form and his deep understanding of classical draughtsmanship, acquired through rigorous training in both Britain and France.

Born near Adelaide, South Australia, Franklin White first came to England in 1913 and studied at Heatherley’s School of Fine Art before continuing his education in Paris and later at the Slade School of Fine Art. Following wartime service in the Admiralty Aircraft Department, he returned to the Slade, joining the teaching staff and remaining there until his retirement in 1957. His influence as a teacher was considerable, shaping generations of British artists.

White exhibited widely, including at the Agnew’s Gallery, the Redfern Gallery, and with the New English Art Club. In 1958, he founded the Samuel Palmer School of Art in Shoreham, Kent, where he lived for much of his life. His work is held in major public collections, including the British Museum, the Victoria and Albert Museum, and the Ashmolean Museum, Oxford. A centenary exhibition celebrating his career was held at the Bourne Gallery, Reigate, in 1992.

This drawing is a strong example of White’s figurative work, combining elegance, intimacy, and technical refinement, and is presented in an oak frame, glazed.

Condition
The drawing is in very good condition, with strong, confident lines and no signs of fading. The paper shows only minimal age-related toning consistent with its period. No tears, repairs, or losses are visible. The oak frame and glazing are in good order, with light wear commensurate with age. The work is presented cleanly and attractively, ready for display.

Size 11.5 x 9.5 inches (29 x 24 cm)

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