05-18-201205-19-2012
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2598BBoston
May 18, 2012 12:00 PMCalender
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David Johnson (American, 1827-1908) ...New Rochelle. N-Y.

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Auction: American & European Works of Art - 2598BLocation: BostonDate / Time: May 18, 2012 12:00PM

Description:

David Johnson (American, 1827-1908)

...New Rochelle. N-Y.
Inscribed and signed "...David Johnson..." on the reverse.
Oil on panel, 12 x 16 in. (30.5 x 40.7 cm),framed.
Condition: Scattered minor retouch, craquelure, surface grime, backed with Masonite.
Estimate $10,000-15,000

The inscription on the reverse is partially obscurred by a Masonite backing that has been firmly glued to the back of the work.

One spot of retouch to sky of the u.r quadrant measuring approx. 1/4 x 1/8 in.; one area of retouch to l.r. quadrant in river above the reeds measuring approx. 1 x 1 in.; craquelure to areas of heavier impasto in l.l. and l.r. quadrants; no additional condition issues to report.

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