This 1972 abstract graphite and pastel drawing is by Abstract Surrealist San Francisco artist Michael di Cosola (1929-2010). Di Cosola studied at the Chicago Art Institute before moving to the Bay Area to study at the California College of Arts and Crafts in Oakland. He had a studio in North Beach during the height of the neighborhood's art scene and exhibited at several Bay Area art galleries in the 1960s. Di Cosola is known for psychedelic, Surrealist portraiture and abstractions.
October 19th, 1972 Graphite & Pastel on Paper 9.5"x12.5" unframed
Signed and dated in the image area. Good vintage condition.