03-03-201303-03-2013
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2640BBoston
March 3, 2013 10:00 AMCalender
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American School, 19th Century Pair of Portraits of Sarah H. Stevenson and Mr. Stevenson.

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$1,169$950
Auction: American Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2640BLocation: BostonDate / Time: March 03, 2013 10:00AM

Description:

American School, 19th Century

Pair of Portraits of Sarah H. Stevenson and Mr. Stevenson. Unsigned, the sitters identified in inscriptions on the reverse and on the back of the frame as being from "Argle, N.Y." Watercolor and graphite on paper, 14 x 10 in., framed. Condition: Subtle mat stain on one, otherwise good.
Estimate $2,000-3,000

-the female is identified in ink on the reverse of the watercolor paper as Sarah H. Stevenson, inscriptions are indiststinct on the the reverse of the man (erased or faded). On the paper backing of the frame is inscribed "Sarah Stevenson Argle N.Y". and "Mr. Stevenson Argle N.Y." the paper appears to have been professionably cleaned. Has Old Print Shop labels on verso. There is a very slight mat stain on Sarah's portrait.


The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.

Keywords

Sarah H. Stevenson, American School