Arthur Fitzwilliam Tait (Anglo/American, 1819-1905) Sheep in a Pasture

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Arthur Fitzwilliam Tait (Anglo/American, 1819-1905)

Sheep in a Pasture
Signed, inscribed, and dated "A.F. Tait. N.A./NY. 93." l.r.
Oil on canvas, 18 1/8 x 27 1/8 in. (46.0 x 68.9 cm),framed.
Condition: Lined, retouch, varnish inconsistencies, craquelure.
Estimate $15,000-25,000

Scattered dots and dashes of retouch center left in sky, along horizon line, and on backs of the sheep. Broad older areas of retouch in the sky on both sides, with occasional dots in the tree leaves. Overall craquelure appears stable.

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