- 5067
American School, 19th Century)
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- American School, 19th Century
- Portrait of Abraham H. Hallock, the Postmaster of Westmoreland, New York (in the Vicinity of Utica)
- oil on canvas
- 34 3/4 by 28 in.
Condition
Lined, scattered inpainting, mostly to fill in craquelure around the subject's head. Period, likely original frame with original paint: 40 1/2 by 33 1/2 inches.
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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
The sitter, A.H. Hallock, holds a letter from:
_____ Stope, N.Y.
June 16, 1833
_____ Stope, N.Y.
June 16, 1833
And to:
A.H. Hallock, Esq.
Postmaster
Westmoreland
Oneida Co.
N.Y.
Hallock (1800-1885) was born and raised in Westmoreland, and he remained there his entire life. He was described as “a quiet, useful man” and served in a number of public offices, including postmaster.