August Americana
Description:
Two Full-length Silhouettes, 19th century, one of a gentleman with seaside fortifications in the background, inscribed "Augst Edouart fecit, 1842/Boston U.S.," and a second of a woman in a gown with gold highlights and paper embossed "TAKEN BY THE/HUBARD GALLER/LONDON," framed, ht. to 12 1/2 in.
Estimate $400-600
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
From the heart of New England, the American Furniture & Decorative Arts department regularly uncovers treasures with rich and enduring history and hosts auctions to world-wide renown.