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The January 2023 Auctions: Day 2

Fri, Jan 20, 2023 11:00AM EST
Lot 1000

Edward August Bell (New York, 1862-1953) Oil On Canvas, 1883, Portrait Of Woman In Hat, H 39'' W 24''

Estimate: $8,000 - $10,000

Bid Increments

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$900 $100
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$150,000 $10,000
Edward August Bell (New York, 1862-1953) Oil On Canvas, 1883, Portrait Of Woman In Hat, H 39'' W 24'' Signed 'E.A. Bell' and dated June 1883, Munchen to the lower left. Frame measures H 49" x L 34". Provenance: Hollis Taggart Galleries paper, 48 East 73rd Street, New York, NY 10021 paper label to the verso. From the collection of Dr A. Michael Prus and Judith Prus, Grosse Pointe Farms.

Condition

When viewed under UV light, areas of spot-cleaned varnish fluoresced. Old craquelure throughout composition. Inpainting fluoresced along the lower side edge of the composition (likely from re-framing). 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 additional questions regarding the condition of this lot, please email conditions@dumouchelles.com.