John Whorf (American, 1903-1959) Country Circus

Description:

John Whorf (American, 1903-1959)

Country Circus
Signed "John Whorf." l.r., numbered and titled "32/..." in pencil on the reverse.
Watercolor on paper, 20 x 26 in. (50.5 x 66.0 cm),unframed.
Condition: Subtle rippling and handling creases, tack holes to lower corners, glue and tape residue to the edges of the reverse.

N.B. A thin wood frame without glass accompanies the lot.
Estimate $4,000-6,000

To the left of the signature on the front of the watercolor, the number "32" has been inscribed in pencil.

The watercolor had been affixed to a window mat with masking tape, but because the tape dried out it and would not hold, work is now unmatted and unframed. The original mat has been retained but is in very poor condition and could not be reused. A lightweight wood frame without glass also accompanies the work. The original frame backing cardboard has been saved, and it is inscribed with the same number and title as the inscription on the reverse of the watercolor.

No additional condition issues to report.


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