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May 16, 2014 12:00 PMCalender
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Frank Weston Benson (American, 1862-1951) Second Island Outlet

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$800$650
Auction: American & European Works of Art - 2727BLocation: BostonDate / Time: May 16, 2014 12:00PM

Description:

Frank Weston Benson (American, 1862-1951)

Second Island Outlet, 1916, published state of 85 (Paff, 108). Signed "FrankWBenson." in pencil l.l. Etching on laid paper with "F.J. Head & Co" watermark, plate size 8 7/8 x 13 3/4 in. (22.4 x 35.0 cm),unmatted, unframed.
Condition: Margins over 1 inch with deckled edges to all but the left side, pencil annotations l.l., unobtrusive soiling to margins, minor hinge residue near upper corners.

Provenance: Descended within the family of the artist.
Estimate $600-800


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Frank Weston Benson, F.J. Head & Co