Lot 132: Edward J. Russell (Massachusetts/New Brunswick/Canada, 1832-1906) Portrait of the American Bark Warren Ordway. Signed and dated "1869"

Name: Edward J. Russell (Massachusetts/New Brunswick/Canada, 1832-1906) Portrait of the American Bark Warren Ordway. Signed and dated "1869"
Brand: Skinner
SKU: dcf5e188ec

Est: $1,000 USD - $1,500 USDSold:

SkinnerBoston, MA, USMarch 03, 2013

Item Overview

Description

Edward J. Russell (Massachusetts/New Brunswick/Canada, 1832-1906)

Portrait of the American Bark Warren Ordway. Signed and dated "1869" l.l., vessel identified on stern and pennant. Watercolor on paper, 27 x 37 in., in a period molded giltwood frame. Condition: Laid down onto paperboard, repaired tear c.l., tear u.r. sky, retouch, toning.

Provenance: A prominent Cincinnati, Ohio, collector.

Note: The Warren Ordway was built in 1866 in Newburyport, Massachusetts, for Mr. A. Currier of that city. Ephemera related to comparable Edward J. Russell paintings accompanies the lot.

Artist or Maker

Edward John Russell

Condition Report

Laid down onto paperboard, repaired tear c.l., tear u.r. sky, retouch, toning. Center left tear 12 3/4 in, from left edge going just above flag into sails with some retouch to blend; upper right tear about 2 3/4 in., some retouch to area around bowsprit appears to be pastel or chalk.

The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.

Auction Details

American Furniture & Decorative Arts

Skinner

March 03, 2013, 10:00 AM EST

The Heritage on the Garden 63 Park Plaza, Boston, MA, 02116, US

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