Lot 767
  • 767

SILK PICTURE OF MOTHER AND CHILD, ELIZABETH SHUTE, CIRCA 1810

Estimate
1,800 - 2,400 USD
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Description

  • silk
  • Height of largest 17 1/2 in.
Together with a watercolor memorial theorem painting, inscribed to George Wheelock and Maria Wheelock. 2 pieces.

Provenance

The first: May and Howard Joynt Collection;
Christie's, New York, January 20, 1990, lot 412.
The second: Sotheby's, New York, October 24, 1987, sale 5622, lot 220.

Condition

A. In original eglomisé matte, inscribed original twine attachment to canvas – to hold in tambour attachments. And String. Some fading. A brad has come loose. B. Contact department for condition.
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