Lot 461: Nathan Negus (American, 1801-1825) Portrait of Stephen Thayer. Signed "N. Negus Pinxt" l.c., inscribed on the reverse "ST Stephen Thaye

Name: Nathan Negus (American, 1801-1825) Portrait of Stephen Thayer. Signed "N. Negus Pinxt" l.c., inscribed on the reverse "ST Stephen Thaye
Brand: Skinner
SKU: 65473ed0db

Est: $400 USD - $600 USDSold:

SkinnerBoston, MA, USAugust 10, 2014

Item Overview

Description

Nathan Negus (American, 1801-1825)

Portrait of Stephen Thayer. Signed "N. Negus Pinxt" l.c., inscribed on the reverse "ST Stephen Thayer at 16 born in Upton or Mendon July 24 1803," and further inscribed "speak not evil one of another." Watercolor en grisaille on paper, the subject shown bust-length, wearing a white collar and buttoned coat, 4 1/2 x 3 in., in original frame.

Note: Nathan Negus was born in Petersham, Massachusetts, and studied in Boston under Ethan Allen Greenwood and John Penniman.

Artist or Maker

Nathan Negus

Condition Report

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

August Americana

Skinner

August 10, 2014, 10:00 AM EST

63 Park Plaza, Boston, MA, 02116, US

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