Description:
George Benjamin Luks (American, 1867-1933)
Café Scene. Unsigned, stamped "EX. COLL. CAROLINE LUKS" and inscribed "In McSorley's Bar by G. Luks" in pencil, probably in a later hand, on the backing. Conté crayon on paper, sight size 6 1/2 x 4 in., framed. Condition: Toning, minor handling creases, not examined out of frame.
N.B. Mrs. Caroline Luks was the wife of the artist's brother and executor, Dr. Will Luks.
Estimate $1,000-1,500
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