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Charles Ephraim Burchfield

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description

  • Charles Ephraim Burchfield
  • Camp Jackson, South Carolina
  • signed Chas Burchfield and dated 1918, l.r.
  • watercolor with traces of pencil on paper
  • 9 3/4 by 13 3/4 in.
  • 25 by 35 cm.

Condition

in generally good condition; some soiling to surface: scattered light stains, specks of foxing, mostly along upper edge; some fading to surface (uniform)
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

Catalogue Note

In July of 1918, Burchfield was inducted into the U.S. Army and sent to the Field Artillery at Camp Jackson, South Carolina where he remained until January, 1919.  While there, he created several watercolors with the camp as their subject.