A Character on the Beach, C.1910

This is an interesting portrait study, signed Edward Potthast lower left.  This appears to be one of his Beach character studies that he was well known for.  The painting done on an artist board measures 16X14 inches.  Thick brushstrokes, very impressionistic style,  a few minor spots of retouch, and small spots of chipping the result of being pressed against another painting for many years.  This could stand a light cleaning but very presentable as it now appears.