Description:
John Ross Key (American, 1837-1920)
Moonlit Coast
Signed "John R. Key" l.r.
Oil on canvas, 12 x 17 in. (30.5 x 43.0 cm),framed.
Condition: Small puncture to u.r. quadrant, scattered minor paint losses, fine craquelure.
Estimate $800-1,200
The losses are under 1/4 inch each. The puncture isunder 1/2 inch. Flaw in the weave of the canvas which shows under raking light at as vertical line just left of center. Stretcher enlarged using two 1/2 inch wide wood strips, one on each vertical side.
Framed dimensions are 17 3/8 x 22 3/8 in.
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