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November 19, 2016 10:00 AMCalender
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Thomas Willis (Connecticut, 1850-1925) Portrait of the Yacht Evelyn

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$677$550
Auction: American Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2961BLocation: BostonDate / Time: November 19, 2016 10:00AM

Description:

Thomas Willis (Connecticut, 1850-1925)

Portrait of the Yacht Evelyn
Signed "T. Willis" l.r.
Oil with applique velvet and silkwork on canvas, the yacht flying pennants on her masts, and an American flag off her stern, 18 x 32 in., in a giltwood frame.
Condition: Slight deterioration to velvet of hull, slight fading to threads.
Estimate $1,000-1,500


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