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Description:
Frank Weston Benson (American, 1862-1951)
Three Different States of Geese Drifting Down, 1929, proof B-6, proof F, and an impression of the published state, edition of 150 (Paff, 287). Each signed "FrankWBenson." in pencil l.l. Etching on various papers, plate sizes 8 7/8 x 13 7/8 in., unmatted, unframed. Condition: Full sheets with some deckled edges, pencil annotations l.l., the proofs with some soiling and fingerprints to margins, proof F with old hinge/paper tape to corner u.l., published state with soft creases to right margin.
Provenance: Descended within the family of the artist.
Estimate $500-700
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