05-20-201105-21-2011
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2547BBoston
May 20, 2011 12:00 PMCalender
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Frank Weston Benson (American, 1862-1951) Dory Fisherman

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$2,844$2,400
Auction: American & European Works of Art - 2547BLocation: BostonDate / Time: May 20, 2011 12:00PM

Description:

Frank Weston Benson (American, 1862-1951)

Dory Fisherman, 1927, published state, edition of 150 (Paff, 267). Signed "FrankWBenson." in pencil l.l. Etching on paper, plate size 7 3/4 x 9 3/4 in. (19.5 x 24.5 cm),framed.
Condition: Subtle toning, not examined out of frame.

Provenance: Descended within the family of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Morse of Boston.
Estimate $1,500-2,000

Out of the frame the sheet measures 11 x 13 in. It is a laid paper with an "ENGLAND" watermark. There is glue residue/staining near the upper corners and cockling near these two spots.

Keywords

Frank Weston Benson, Dory Fisherman, Robert Morse, United Kingdom