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Description:
Chinese School, 19th century
A Junk Anchored off the Dutch Folly Fort, Canton
Unsigned, the subject inscribed on the stretcher.
Oil on canvas, 18 x 23 1/2 in., in a modern 18th century-style frame.
Condition: Craquelure, areas of retouch to background and l.r. corner.
Provenance: A Washington, DC, estate.
Estimate $600-800
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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
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