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Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
3010BBoston
May 19, 2017 12:00 PMCalender
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Walker Evans (American, 1903-1975) New York City Yard

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Auction: American & European Works of Art - 3010BLocation: BostonDate / Time: May 19, 2017 12:00PM

Description:

Walker Evans (American, 1903-1975)

New York City Yard, 1962. Signed "Walker Evans" in pencil on the mount l.r., "WALKER EVANS," "RIGHTS RESERVED," and Lunn Gallery stamps on the mount verso l.r. Gelatin silver print mounted to board, image/sheet size 8 1/2 x 12 7/8 in. (21.8 x 32.7 cm),unmatted, unframed.
Condition: Minor cracks in the emulsion l.r.

Provenance: Photography dealer Harry Lunn Jr., Washington, DC, to a private Massachusetts collection.
Estimate $1,500-2,500

Mount measures 17 3/4 x 14 3/4 in. (45.1 x 37.5 cm). Additional pencil annotations on the mount verso l.l. No additional issues to report.


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