Peter Newell (American, 1862-1924) Lot of Four Illustrations for The Parson's Devil

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Peter Newell (American, 1862-1924)

Lot of Four Illustrations for The Parson's Devil
Each signed "P. Newell", and annotated (in pencil) in the margins.
Pen and ink on paper, 11 3/4 x 8 3/4 in. (30 x 22 cm),unframed.
Condition: Subtle toning, minor soiling, tack holes to corners.

Provenance: Descended through the family of Clifton Johnson.

N.B. The lot is accompanied by a copy of the Johnson's Bookstore, Springfield, Massachusetts, 1927 edition of The Parson's Devil, by Clifton Johnson. The book is inscribed and dated "Yours very truly Clifton Johnson, April 20, 1933".
Estimate $400-600

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