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November 03, 2016

LOT 47

Lot 47

James Abbott McNeill Whistler (1834-1903)

James Abbott McNeill Whistler (1834-1903)
Lot 47 Details
James Abbott McNeill Whistler (1834-1903), American

BLACK LION WHARF, 1859 [KENNEDY, 42; GLASGOW, 54]

Etching in laid paper; signed and dated 1859 in the plate lower right, titled and further inscribed “K. 42 II of 3 states” in pencil to the matboard recto
6.0" x 9.0" (15.2 cm x 22.9 cm)

Estimate $1,200-$1,800

Realised: $1,080
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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James Abbott McNeill Whistler (1834-1903)
  • James Abbott McNeill Whistler (1834-1903)
  • James Abbott McNeill Whistler (1834-1903)
Provenance:

Private Collection, Ottawa

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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