Lot 9: Fred Becker (American, 1913-2004) Five John Henry Subjects: Birth of John Henry; John Henry Building a Railroad 1936; John Henry + the

Est: $600 USD - $800 USDSold:

SkinnerBoston, MA, USSeptember 19, 2014

Item Overview

Description

Fred Becker (American, 1913-2004)

Five John Henry Subjects: Birth of John Henry; John Henry Building a Railroad 1936; John Henry + the Witch Woman; John Henry's Death; and John Henry's Funeral. Each signed "...Becker" in pencil l.r., stamped "FEDERAL ART PROJECT NYC WPA" l.l., and titled in pencil l.c. Wood engravings on Basingwerk Parchment with watermarks, image sizes to 6 x 4 1/2 in. (15.2 x 11.4 cm), unmatted, unframed.
Condition: Margins over 1/2 inch with some deckled edges, masking tape to upper edges on verso (with accompanying staining to recto).

Provenance: From the collection of WPA artist Maxwell Mandell, by descent to the current owner.

Artist or Maker

Fred Becker

Condition Report

No masking tape stains or creases on the images, and no foxing on the images or sheets. Unobtrusive surface abrasion at center of John Henry Building a Railroad.

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

American & European Prints & Photography

Skinner

September 19, 2014, 12:00 PM EST

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

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