Lot 407: John Henry Mohrmann (American, 1857-1916), Rescue at Sea, Signed and dated "J. Henry Mohrmann/1909" l.l., Condition: Patch reinforcemen

Name: John Henry Mohrmann (American, 1857-1916), Rescue at Sea, Signed and dated "J. Henry Mohrmann/1909" l.l., Condition: Patch reinforcemen
Brand: Skinner
SKU: 4dd49e2aaa

Est: $2,000 USD - $2,500 USDSold:

SkinnerBoston, MA, USFebruary 07, 2014

Item Overview

Description

John Henry Mohrmann (American, 1857-1916)

Rescue at Sea
Signed and dated "J. Henry Mohrmann/1909" l.l.
Oil on canvas, 31 3/4 x 47 13/8 in. (81.0 x 120.3 cm), framed.
Condition: Patch reinforcements, scattered retouch, craquelure, mild canvas deformation at corners, mild surface grime.

Provenance: Bernaerts, Antwerp, Belgium, Art et Antiquités, Monday, June 21, 2010, Lot 474.

N.B. The scene shows the rescue of passengers from the sinking Eugene Borda saved by a vessel from the Antwerp Red Star Line.

Artist or Maker

John Henry Mohrmann

Condition Report

There are two repairs (one 4 inches and one 1 inch) lower left. Neither repair effects the signature. There is also additional minor scattered retouch. The work might would benefit from cleaning.

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 Works of Art

Skinner

February 07, 2014, 04:00 PM EST

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

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