1956 Frank Snyder Original Oil Painting — Portrait of Two Young Girls

A beautifully composed original 1956 oil painting by Frank Snyder (1908–1995), depicting two young girls in traditional dresses against a softly muted olive-brown background.

The older girl wears a rich teal-blue dress with an elaborate ivory lace collar and circular brooch, while the younger girl is dressed in pale pink with delicate lace detailing. Their direct gazes and thoughtfully rendered expressions give the portrait a quiet, almost haunting intimacy.

Snyder’s traditional approach to portraiture is evident in the carefully modeled faces, subtle tonal transitions, and attention to the intricate textures of the clothing.

Although painted in the mid-20th century, the composition evokes the formal elegance of earlier portrait traditions, making it a particularly interesting piece for interiors that blend antique and modern elements.

Signed and dated 1956 in the upper right corner, the oil-on-canvas painting is housed in a substantial gold-toned wood frame with decorative beaded detailing.

A distinctive original artwork with timeless decorative appeal.

Dimensions: 28.5”W × 24.5”H × 2”D, framed.

Available from Secondhand Stories, an independent vintage furniture and art shop based in Trenton, New Jersey.

Overall dimensions: 28.5”W × 24.5”H × 2”D.

Condition: age appropriate wear, vintage finish worn, scuffs/scratches, edge wear, discoloration, see photos.