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April 2024: Day Two

Fri, Apr 19, 2024 11:00AM EDT
Lot 1296

Oil on Canvas, Child with a Pocketwatch in Fishbowl, Ca. 1880, H 30" W 25"

Estimate: $300 - $500

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
Depicting a meddling child donning South Sea pearls and dunking a pocket watch in a goldfish bowl. Unsigned. Unframed. Circa 1880. Provenance: From the Estate of Prominent Collector, Leon Zielinski, Macomb County, MI

Condition

As-is condition. When viewed under UV Light, points of inpainting and conservation fluoresced. With several punctures and tears to the canvas. The perimeter of the canvas is dry rotted at the nails. | 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.
From the Estate of Prominent Collector, Leon Zielinski, Macomb County, MI