LOT #31030 |
Current Bid: $100
James Abbott McNeill Whistler (1834-1903). The Forge, 1861. Etching and drypoint on laid paper. 8-1/...
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Description
James Abbott McNeill Whistler (1834-1903)The Forge, 1861
Etching and drypoint on laid paper
8-1/4 x 13-1/8 inches (21.0 x 33.3 cm) (sheet)
MacDonald's fifth state (of 6)
Signed and dated in the plate lower right: Whistler / 1861
LITERATURE:
MacDonald, 86.
More information about James Abbott McNeill Whistler. See also: Whistler, James Abbott McNeill, Whistler, James A. McNeill, Whistler, James Abbott MacNeil Artist.
Estimate: $700 - $900.
Condition Report*:
Minor toning along extreme edges of sheet, likely due to mat burn. A few extremely small, minor spots of foxing primarily evident verso along with a few marks/some stray ink verso; do not appear to majorly impact recto image. A few minor handling dents primarily evident under raking light. Hinged along upper edge, matted. Unframed. Framed dimensions 16-3/8 x 20-1/4 inches.
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2025 September 29 American Art Within Reach Showcase Auction #17226 (go to Auction Home page)
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29th
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29th
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