Lot 156: William Henry Holmes (American, 1846-1933), Two Works: View of a Native American with Baby in a Bulrush Basket (Possibly an Allegory of

Name: William Henry Holmes (American, 1846-1933), Two Works: View of a Native American with Baby in a Bulrush Basket (Possibly an Allegory of
Brand: Skinner
SKU: 62c18c0781

Est: $800 USD - $1,200 USD

SkinnerBoston, MA, USNovember 13, 2013

Item Overview

Description

William Henry Holmes (American, 1846-1933)

Two Works: View of a Native American with Baby in a Bulrush Basket (Possibly an Allegory of Moses) and Flowering Branch
Native signed and dated "WH Holmes 1880" l.r., Branch inscribed and date
"CHRISTMAS 1926" l.l. and signed "W.H. HOLMES" l.r., dedicated "To Mrs....Pilling/Christmas 1926/From W.H.Holmes" on the backing.
Watercolor on paper, sight sizes to 10 5/8 x 7 in. (27.0 x 17.8 cm), framed.
Condition: Native sandwiched between window and backing mat; both with subtle rippling, foxing and toning; Branch not examined out of frame.

Provenance: Through a descendant of the artist, Greenwich, Connecticut.

Artist or Maker

William Henry Holmes

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.

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November 13, 2013, 02:00 PM EST

63 Park Plaza, Boston, MA, 02116, US

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