August Americana
Description:
Stumpwork Picture with the Four Seasons, England, 17th century, the central scene with figures and castles in the background, surrounded by flowers, birds, and animals, with vignettes of the four seasons in the corners, in a molded black-painted and gilt frame, ht. 15, wd. 19 1/2 in.
Estimate $2,500-3,500
Toning and some fading; scattered stitched repairs to splits in the background.
Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Stephen L. Fletcher
Partner/Executive Vice President and Chief Auctioneer
Director of American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3000
Christopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3200
Paul O’Hara
Business Administrator, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3224
American Furniture & Decorative Arts
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