09-09-201109-10-2011
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2560BBoston
September 9, 2011 12:00 PMCalender
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Frances Stebbins Allen (American, 1854-1941) and Mary Electra Allen, called The Allen Sisters

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$89$75
Auction: American & European Works of Art - 2560BLocation: BostonDate / Time: September 09, 2011 12:00PM

Description:

Frances Stebbins Allen (American, 1854-1941) and Mary Electra Allen, called The

Allen Sisters
Lot of Two Panoramas: Running Water Ranch Brewster, Co.
and Rock Bluffs Head of Monroe Creek. Unsigned, both titled on the reverse. Platinum prints, image sizes 3 1/4 x 11 3/8 in. (8.2 x 28.8 cm),matted, unframed.
Condition: Nicks and creases to edges, toning to edges, crease to Ranch near left edge.

Provenance: From the collection of Austin Lamont, by family descent.

Estimate $150-200

Both have overall toning plus more extensive toning and wear along the left and right sides. Running has a 3/8 inch band of wear, creasing and discoloration to the left side; a 1/2 inch tear and similar sized area of retouching along the right. Rock Has less obtrusive wear and toning to both sides areas.

Keywords

Frances Stebbins Allen, Mary Electra Allen, Allen Sisters, Water Ranch Brewster Co., Monroe Creek, Rock Bluffs Head, Austin Lamont