LeRoy Neiman, Attributed/Manner of: Merry Christmas Holiday Sketch

LeRoy Neiman (American, 1921–2012)

Attributed / Manner of.

Ink on paper depicting a whimsical holiday-themed figure wearing a Santa-style hat and gloves, accompanied by a circular inscription reading “Merry Christmas.†The composition is executed with bold, economical black lines and loose gestural marks, giving the drawing a playful and spontaneous character.

Signed “LeRoy Neiman†along the right side.

The verso bears a circular gallery-style stamp from New York and is numbered “5/100.†These markings are noted as present on the work and are not independently authenticated.

LeRoy Neiman was an American artist best known for his energetic depictions of sports, entertainment, leisure, and celebrity culture. His works on paper often combine rapid linework, expressive gesture, and a lively sense of movement, reflecting the immediacy and spontaneity that became hallmarks of his style.

DIMENSIONS
Unframed: 10 1/2 x 8 3/4 in.

PROVENANCE
Private collection.

Condition

Good condition consistent with age.