Lot 44
  • 44

Edward Moran

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • Edward Moran
  • Seascape
  • signed Edward Moran (lower left)
  • oil on canvas
  • 26 3/8 by 44 1/8 inches
  • (67 by 112.1 cm)

Provenance

Harris B. Johnson (acquired from the artist)
Mary Johnson Baumann (by descent from the above)
By descent from the above to the present owner

Condition

The canvas is lined with an old wax lining. Scattered fine craquelure throughout, with corresponding areas of paint loss, especially in upper left. An area of loss at top right. Spots of old inpainting evident to the unaided eye, especially at upper left and center. Under ultraviolet light: scattered area of old inpainting at upper left and center.
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