James Abbott McNeill Whistler (American, 1834-1903) The Forge

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James Abbott McNeill Whistler (American, 1834-1903)

The Forge, 1866, final state of four (Kennedy, 68). Signed and dated within the plate, identified on a label from Frederick Keppel & Co., New York, affixed to the backing. Etching on fine laid paper, plate size 7 11/16 x 12 3/8 in. (19.4 x 31.4 cm),framed.
Condition: Creases and tears to upper margin, tape hinges at upper corners, scattered foxing, pencil annotations to lower margin and verso.
Estimate $1,000-1,500

The sheet measures 9 3/4 x 13 1/2 inches.


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