Frank Weston Benson (American, 1862-1951) Three Images of Ducks in Flight: Scaling Down

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Frank Weston Benson (American, 1862-1951)

Three Images of Ducks in Flight: Scaling Down, 1917, published state of 150 (Paff, 120); Flying Bufflehead, 1930, published edition of 150 (Paff, 308); and Plate for Quincy A. Shaw Jr., 1938, published edition (Paff, 344). Each signed "FrankWBenson." in pencil l.l. Etchings and dry points on paper, plate sizes approximately 3 7/8 x 2 7/8 in., unmatted, unframed. Condition: Narrow margins to Shaw.

Provenance: Descended within the family of the artist.
Estimate $800-1,200


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