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    Olaf Carl Seltzer (American, 1877-1957). Great Falls -- Montana, Lassoing, and Chair and Wagon Wheel Study (three wo...

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    • Works on Paper, Olaf Carl Seltzer (American, 1877-1957). Great Falls -- Montana, Lassoing, and Chair and Wagon Wheel Study (three wo...
    • Works on Paper, Olaf Carl Seltzer (American, 1877-1957). Great Falls -- Montana, Lassoing, and Chair and Wagon Wheel Study (three wo...
    • Works on Paper, Olaf Carl Seltzer (American, 1877-1957). Great Falls -- Montana, Lassoing, and Chair and Wagon Wheel Study (three wo...
    • Works on Paper, Olaf Carl Seltzer (American, 1877-1957). Great Falls -- Montana, Lassoing, and Chair and Wagon Wheel Study (three wo...
    • Works on Paper, Olaf Carl Seltzer (American, 1877-1957). Great Falls -- Montana, Lassoing, and Chair and Wagon Wheel Study (three wo...
    Works on Paper, Olaf Carl Seltzer (American, 1877-1957). Great Falls -- Montana, Lassoing, and Chair and Wagon Wheel Study (three wo... Works on Paper, Olaf Carl Seltzer (American, 1877-1957). Great Falls -- Montana, Lassoing, and Chair and Wagon Wheel Study (three wo... Works on Paper, Olaf Carl Seltzer (American, 1877-1957). Great Falls -- Montana, Lassoing, and Chair and Wagon Wheel Study (three wo... Works on Paper, Olaf Carl Seltzer (American, 1877-1957). Great Falls -- Montana, Lassoing, and Chair and Wagon Wheel Study (three wo... Works on Paper, Olaf Carl Seltzer (American, 1877-1957). Great Falls -- Montana, Lassoing, and Chair and Wagon Wheel Study (three wo... View More >
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    Olaf Carl Seltzer (American, 1877-1957)
    Great Falls -- Montana, Lassoing, and Chair and Wagon Wheel Study (three works), 1936
    Watercolor on paper (two); Pencil on paper (one)
    6 x 6 inches (15.2 x 15.2 cm) (image, Great Falls -- Montana)
    4 x 7-1/2 inches (10.2 x 19 cm) (envelope, Lassoing)
    7-3/8 x 7-1/2 inches (18.7 x 19 cm) (sheet, Chair and Wagon Wheel Study)
    Two initialed lower center: O.C.S.

    PROVENANCE:
    The artist;
    Mr. and Mrs. W. Whiting, gift from the above, July 9, 1936;
    Private collection, Camano Island, Washington.

    The letter with Great Falls -- Montana along the top is dated July 8th, 1936 and states:

    Mr & Mrs W. J Whiting

    Dear Friend-

    As you can see I have back trailed into the land of sagebrush and soap weed, a country which I savvy much better than I do that evergreen country of the Pacific. Please accept this letter as a token of my appreciation of many nice things your done for me, while in your large and beautiful city, Seattle on the Sound. Thanking you again I bag to remain.

    Sincerely your friend,
    Olaf C. Seltzer

    More information about Olaf Carl Seltzer, also known as Seltzer, Olaf Carl, Olaf Carl Seltzer.

    Condition Report*: There appears to be light overall paper discoloration and minor faint foxing to all three sheets as well as soft handling creases. tiny notches and creases to letter and small tear to top of envelope. Not framed.
    *Heritage Auctions strives to provide as much information as possible but encourages in-person inspection by bidders. Statements regarding the condition of objects are only for general guidance and should not be relied upon as complete statements of fact, and do not constitute a representation, warranty or assumption of liability by Heritage. Some condition issues may not be noted in the condition report but are apparent in the provided photos which are considered part of the condition report. Please note that we do not de-frame lots estimated at $1,000 or less and may not be able to provide additional details for lots valued under $500. Heritage does not guarantee the condition of frames and shall not be liable for any damage/scratches to frames, glass/acrylic coverings, original boxes, display accessories, or art that has slipped in frames. All lots are sold "AS IS" under the Terms & Conditions of Auction.

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    May, 2019
    3rd Friday
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