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March 2024: Day Two

Fri, Mar 15, 2024 11:00AM EDT
Lot 1000

Charles Ephraim Burchfield (American, 1893-1967) Watercolor, Gouache And Graphite on Paper, May 1916, "Reflections", H 13.75" W 19.75"

Estimate: $40,000 - $60,000

Bid Increments

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$0 $5
$30 $10
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$900 $100
$2,000 $250
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$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$150,000 $10,000
Depicting the reflection of trees on an inland lake. Unsigned. Pencil dated May 1916 on the verso. This work is the companion piece to "Reflections" currently in the collection of the Burchfield Penny Art Center. Gift of Burchfield's dealer and fellow artist, Tony Sisti, Buffalo, N.Y., 1979. Provenance: The artist. Collection of Tony Sisti, Buffalo, N.Y. By family descent.

Condition

Small losses at the upper and lower right corners of the sheet. Two bumps and one loss at the left sheet edge. Light, Mat and backboard staining. Soft handling creases. Specks of scattered foxing. Glue remains, sheet verso. | Please note all lots show signs of wear commensurate with age and use, and the lack of a statement regarding condition does not imply the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from defects or the effects of aging. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of DuMouchelles' specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the “Request Condition Report” or “Ask a Question” buttons or email conditions@dumoart.com.
The artist. Collection of Tony Sisti, Buffalo, N.Y. By family descent.