08-08-201508-08-2015
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsMarlborough MA
August 8, 2015 10:00 AMCalender
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Pen and Ink Calligraphic Exercise of "George Washington,"

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$615$500
Auction: American Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2838MLocation: MarlboroughDate / Time: August 09, 2015 10:00AM

Description:

Pen and Ink Calligraphic Exercise of "George Washington," Luther Tasker, early 19th century, composed of a central oval surrounded by eagles and cherubs, the interior of the oval with a portrait of Washington surmounted by angels, (tears, creases),16 3/4 x 20 3/4 in. (sight),in a burl veneer frame.

Note: An inscription in the lower right indicates that, Luther Tasker was a teacher of calligraphy.
Estimate $1,000-1,500


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Keywords

Luther Tasker, teacher, teacher of calligraphy