01-28-201101-29-2011
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2535BBoston
January 28, 2011 12:00 PMCalender
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Samuel V. Chamberlain (American, 1895-1975) Boston Courtyard

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$237$200
Auction: American & European Works of Art - 2535BLocation: BostonDate / Time: January 28, 2011 12:00PM

Description:

Samuel V. Chamberlain (American, 1895-1975)

Boston Courtyard, 1935, edition of 255 plus proofs (Chamberlain & Kingsland, 241). Unsigned. Drypoint on paper, plate size 5 7/8 x 3 1/4 in. (14.8 x 8.2 cm),matted, unframed.
Condition: Margins over 2 inches with a deckled lower and right edges, subtle soiling.

Provenance: Through the family of the artist.

N.B. The composition is based on a photograph by Maurice M. Faeustmann. When Chamberlain's print was used for the cover of Pencil Points, July 1935, the work was re-titled Old Court, Philadelphia.
Estimate $150-200

Keywords

Samuel V. Chamberlain, Maurice M. Faeustmann, Old Court, Philadelphia