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Fri, Sep 15, 2023 11:00AM EDT
Lot 1011

Edward Hopper (American, 1882-1967) Brush, Ink Wash And Pencil Ca. 1900-05, "Wedded" After Lord Frederic Leighton, H 12.4" W 7.3"

Estimate: $12,000 - $18,000

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Brush and ink and wash and pencil on illustration board. Hopper based this drawing on the same-titled painting by Lord Frederic Leighton (1830-1896) from 1882, now in the collection of the Art Gallery of New South Wales, Sydney. Provenance: Estate of the artist, New York; Josephine N. Hopper, the artist's widow, New York; Reverend and Mrs. Arthayer R. Sanborn, Nyack; Hirschl & Adler Galleries, Inc., New York, with the label; private collection, New York; private collection, Pennsylvania. Exhibited: "Edward Hopper (1882-1967): Early Impressions," Provincetown Art Association and Museum, Provincetown, Massachusetts, May 21-July 4, 2010, and Berta Walker Gallery, Provincetown, Massachusetts, July 30-September 5, 2010; "A Window into Edward Hopper," Fenimore Art Museum, Cooperstown, New York, May 28-September 11, 2011. Published: Edward Hopper (1882-1967): Early Impressions, Provincetown, 2010, catalogue number 46 (illustrated); Troyen, A Window into Edward Hopper, Cooperstown, 2011, page 31, figure 34 (illustrated).

Condition

pale mat and backboard staining, miscellaneous staining in the extreme lower right corner with associated tide line (extending into the image approx. 1/8in), stray pencil notation verso, otherwise no visible abrasions. | 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.