Xavier de Callatay (Belgian/Louisiana, 1932-1999), "Mariea", 1957, ink on paper, signed and dated lower right, "Dr. James W. Nelson Collection, Gonzales, LA" label with artist and title on backing paper, sight 15 in. x 11 in.; and "Portrait of a Woman", 1957, pastel on paper, signed and dated lower left, sight 15 in. x 11 in., both framed, overall 23 1/4 in. x 19 1/4 in. x 1 in. and 23 1/2 in. x 20 in. x 1 in. (2 pcs.) Provenance: Neal Auction, Nov. 21, 2020, lot 776; Estate of W. Wayne Lake, New Orleans, LA. Condition: Overall fair condition.

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