Lot 31
  • 31

Charles Ephraim Burchfield

Estimate
125,000 - 175,000 USD
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Description

  • Charles Ephraim Burchfield
  • The Promise of Spring
  • signed with the artists initials CEB and dated 1956 (lower left); signed Burchfield, titled "The Promise of Spring" and dated 1956 (verso)
  • watercolor and charcoal on paper laid on board
  • 40 by 27 inches
  • (101.6 by 68.6 cm)

Provenance

Dr. and Mrs. Robert L. Tornello, Youngstown, Ohio (acquired directly from the artist)
By descent from the above (sold: Christie's, New York, November 30, 2006, lot 34)

Literature

Joseph S. Trovato, Charles Burchfield:  Catalogue of Paintings in Public and Private Collections, Utica, New York, 1970, cat. no. 1146, p. 264

Condition

In good condition; slight fading (edges under mat are very slightly lighter than rest of surface)
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.
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