K.B. White

Mercedes-Benz 540K Special Roadster Concept Pencil Drawing

Early 20th Century

Medium: Pencil on paper Size: 10 inches (height) x 7 inches (width) Signed: Yes Condition: Good condition Provenance: From the artist's estate Description: This pencil drawing by K...

Medium: Pencil on paper Size: 5.75 inches (height) x 10.5 inches (width) Signed: Yes Condition: Good condition, slight age-related wear around the edges. Provenance: From the artist's estate Description: This pencil drawing by K. B. White features a detailed rendering of the 1938 Talbot-Lago T150-C SS Teardrop Coupé, one of the most iconic and luxurious cars of the Art Deco era. The Talbot-Lago, known for its aerodynamic teardrop shape and sleek, streamlined design, is beautifully captured in this artwork. The vehicle's flowing lines and distinctive curves are emphasized, highlighting the elegant and innovative styling that made the Talbot-Lago a standout in automotive history. K. B. White's illustration showcases his skill in capturing the essence of classic automotive design, particularly from the 1930s. The drawing not only reflects the luxury and sophistication of the Talbot-Lago but also the era's emphasis on aerodynamics and futuristic aesthetics. This piece is an excellent addition for collectors interested in vintage car art...

The Car is an Original Pencil Drawing realized by an Unknown artist in mid-20th century. Good condition on a yellowed paper. No signature.

Gouache and watercolour heightened with gum-arabic on very dark green card, annotated in pale ink with body type below, numbered ‘76’, in upper left corner, German copyright label on verso. [Berlin 1930] Finished in green with contrasting light green roof and matching solid disc wheels, presented against a silhouette of a grand palace, this imposing 4-door cabriolet was one of the more luxurious variant designs around the underpinnings of the company’s straight-8 engine and drive train. It evolved from the Single Eight, so-called as it replaced the earlier V-12 known as the Double Six. Founded in 1899 by brothers James and William Packard, the eponymous company was not only one of the pioneers of North American motor...