09-20-201309-20-2013
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September 20, 2013 10:00 AMCalender
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Betty Palash Barrett (American, d. 2001) Dancer with a Swirling Skirt (Martha Graham)

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Auction: American & European Works of Art - 2673BLocation: BostonDate / Time: September 20, 2013 10:00AM

Description:

Betty Palash Barrett (American, d. 2001)

Dancer with a Swirling Skirt (Martha Graham)
Stamped "Betty Barrett '73 1" in the bronze along the skirt hem in the back.
Bronze with a copper patina, height 12 3/8 in. (31.5 cm),on a black metal plinth.
Condition: Areas of oxidation to the patina, surface dust and dirt.

N.B. Artist Betty Palash Barrett was the wife of Herbert Barrett, a noted advisor and manager in the classical music and performance field, who managed the careers of major musicians and musical groups of the modern era.
Estimate $1,500-2,000


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Keywords

Betty Palash Barrett, Martha Graham, black metal plinth, N.B. Artist, noted advisor and manager in the classical music and performance field, Herbert Barrett