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The May 2023 Auctions: Day 2

Fri, May 19, 2023 11:00AM EDT
Lot 1228

Henrietta Dean Lang (American, Detroit, 1876-1940) White Line Color Woodcut On Paper, Ca. 1930, Street In St. George Bermuda, H 16'' W 25''

Estimate: $600 - $1,000

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $5
$30 $10
$100 $25
$400 $50
$900 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$150,000 $10,000

Pencil signed lower right and titled lower left.  She joined the Society of Detroit Painters and Sculptors in 1905 and served on the executive board for many years, holding at various times all offices except that of president.  Until her retirement, she was an instructor in Art at the College of the City of Detroit, specializing in color block prints.  As a member of the International Society, she was one of 28 Americans selected from 2,000 entries to exhibit at the International Print and Lithography Show in Chicago, January 1936.  The name of her exhibit was entitled A Street in St. George, Bermuda (the title of this work). Matted and framed under glass H 24.75", W 20.25". 

Condition

with pale light staining, otherwise no visible abrasions, not examined removed from the frame. | 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.