Description:
American School, Late 19th Century
The Residence of Thomas & Mary Crane, 1886
Unsigned, subject identified in the lower margin.
Watercolor and gilt on tan paper, the house and grounds meticulously delineated in the style of Fritz Vogt, 11 1/4 x 15 in., in a white and gold paint-decorated frame.
Condition: Minor toning to paper, minor moisture stain lower edge, no evidence of tears or creases.
Estimate $1,000-1,500
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Keywords
Fritz Vogt, Mary CraneStephen L. Fletcher
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Director of American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3000
Stuart Slavid
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Director of Fine Silver
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Christopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3200
Stephanie Opolski
Appraiser
508-970-3000
Paul O’Hara
Business Administrator, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3224
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