Description:
Yousuf Karsh (Canadian, 1908-2002)
George Bernard Shaw, 1943, printed later. Signed "Karsh" in black ink l.l. Gelatin silver print mounted to board, image/sheet size 19 3/4 x 15 7/8 in., framed. Condition: Not examined out of frame.
Provenance: Christie's New York, Sale 7958, Lot 200, October 5, 1994.
Estimate $500-700
Titled and dated in pencil within a "Photograph by Yousuf Karsh" stamp on the mount verso. Mount measures 28 1/8 x 22 in. Framed with Tru Vue conservation glass. No additional issues to report.
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George Bernard ShawRobin S.R. Starr
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