Joyner Canadian Fine Art Auction

June 03, 2013

LOT 78

Lot 78

WILLIAM ARMSTRONG, A.R.C.A.

WILLIAM ARMSTRONG, A.R.C.A.
Lot 78 Details
WILLIAM ARMSTRONG, A.R.C.A.

RAPIDS, BLACK STURGEON R., L SUPERIOR

oil on board
signed with monogram
8 ins x 12 ins; 20 cms x 30 cms

Estimate $5,000-$7,000

Realised: $10,030
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Literature:

Henry C. Campbell, “The Art of William Armstrong”, Toronto/Montreal, 1971, page 105, illustration, for another work depicting the Toronto newspaper correspondent for the Globe, and his wife running the rapids on the Sturgeon River (Sigmund Samuel Collection of Canadiana, Royal Ontario Museum, Toronto).

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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