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May 19, 2017 12:00 PMCalender
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James Abbott McNeill Whistler (American, 1834-1903) Eagle Wharf

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$1,722$1,400
Auction: American & European Works of Art - 3010BLocation: BostonDate / Time: May 19, 2017 12:00PM

Description:

James Abbott McNeill Whistler (American, 1834-1903)

Eagle Wharf, 1859, only state (Kennedy, 41; Glasgow, 50). Signed and dated within the plate, inscribed "...COLL: CHARLES DEERING" on the mat. Etching on paper, plate size 5 3/8 x 8 3/8 in. (13.5 x 21.3 cm),framed.
Condition: Not examined out of frame.
Estimate $1,000-1,500

Sheet measures 8 1/4 x 12 7/8 in. (21 x 32.7 cm) and is deckled on three sides. Stamped "Chicago Institute of Art" in a circle in brown ink on the verso, Charles Deering collection stamp in blue ink on the verso. Very gently light-struck. Hinge remnants on the verso at upper corners. No additional issues to report.


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Keywords

Kennedy, James Abbott McNeill, Glasgow