This expressive mixed media work on paper features two female figures draped in flowing headscarves, rendered with the soft, ethereal linework by artist Elisabeth Sebök. The piece utilizes a delicate palette of blues, ochres, and earthy reds, blending watercolor washes with chalk or pastel highlights to create a gentle, contemplative mood. The stylized, elongated features and intimate composition are typical of Sebök’s mid-century figurative studies, which often focused on the female form and classical or religious themes. Elisabeth Sebök (born 1908) was a Hungarian-born painter, mosaic artist, and sculptor who became a significant figure in the mid-century South African art scene. Born in Hungary, she was married to the renowned Hungarian-South African sculptor Zoltán Borbereki-Kovács. The couple spent time in Italy before emigrating to South Africa in 1950, settling in Johannesburg. Her work is often characterized by an ethereal, semi-abstract quality. She frequently explored figurative subjects—particularly women—using delicate, elongated lines that reflect a European modernist influence. The artwork itself appears to be in good vintage condition with some light age-related toning to the paper. The vintage wooden frame shows minor age related wear, including a notable circular chip/loss on the bottom edge; the paint finish is weathered, contributing to a shabby-chic or rustic aesthetic.