Frederick Childe Hassam (American, 1859-1935) Union Square

Description:

Frederick Childe Hassam (American, 1859-1935)

Union Square, 1896 (Cortissoz & Clayton, 89). Monogrammed and inscribed "CH imp" in pencil l.r., monogrammed, inscribed, and dated within the plate, identified on a label from William Macbeth, Inc., New York, affixed to the backing. Etching and drypoint on paper, plate size 4 1/4 x 5 3/4 in. (10.5 x 14.5 cm),framed.
Condition: Pale mat burn, image gently light-struck, margins very uneven, but measuring 1/4 inch at the narrowest point and just over 1 inch at the broadest (including some creases and tears; none closer than 1/4 inch to the plate mark),masking tape to margin l.r.

Provenance: Skinner, Inc., Boston, Sale 1832, lot 48, March 13, 1998.
Estimate $7,000-9,000

No additional condition issues to report.


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