Portrait head studies of Gustav Stresemann, Vittorio Scialoja, Joseph Paul-Boncour and unidentified man (possibly Cuban delegate) at the League of Nations
Date
1927–29Medium
Pastel and graphite on gray paperCredit Line
Gift of the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, 2015Dimensions
9 ¾ x 6 5/8 in.Description & Inscriptions
[top right in yellow pastel]: Mais! [?]; [below each of the top row of head studies in graphite]: Stresemann; Scialoja; Boncour; [below bottom row head study in graphite]: Cuba; [bottom right in red ink]: stamped signature
Gustav Stresemann negotiated Germany's admittance to the League of Nations in 1926. Both Vittorio Scialoja and Joseph Paul-Boncour were permanent delegates to the League, representing Italy and France, respectively.
Gustav Stresemann negotiated Germany's admittance to the League of Nations in 1926. Both Vittorio Scialoja and Joseph Paul-Boncour were permanent delegates to the League, representing Italy and France, respectively.
