Lot 705: Margaret Murray Cookesley (British, c. 1850-1927), The Harem Girl, Signed "M. Cookesley" l.l., identified on a presentation plaque., Co

Name: Margaret Murray Cookesley (British, c. 1850-1927), The Harem Girl, Signed "M. Cookesley" l.l., identified on a presentation plaque., Co
Brand: Skinner
SKU: 64b4a259c9

Est: $500 USD - $700 USDSold:

SkinnerBoston, MA, USApril 08, 2016

Item Overview

Description

Margaret Murray Cookesley (British, c. 1850-1927)

The Harem Girl
Signed "M. Cookesley" l.l., identified on a presentation plaque.
Oil on canvas, 16 x 12 in. (40.5 x 30.5 cm), framed.
Condition: Tear to c.r., old retouch/repairs.

Artist or Maker

Margaret Murray Cookesley

Condition Report

The tear is located in the center right, in the sitter's shoulder. It is shaped like an inverted Y and overall measures about 2 3/4 inches long, with the arms of the V-shaped part of the Y measuring about 1 inch on each side.

Colorman's stencil from Alexander Spicker, London, on the reverse.

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

European Furniture & Decorative Arts

Skinner

April 08, 2016, 10:00 AM EST

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

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