Lot 375: Mary Blood Mellen (American, 1817-1882), Quiet Shoreline with Figure at Sunset, Unsigned, inscribed "E. L. ..." in pencil on the stretc

Name: Mary Blood Mellen (American, 1817-1882), Quiet Shoreline with Figure at Sunset, Unsigned, inscribed "E. L. ..." in pencil on the stretc
Brand: Skinner
SKU: 414b9f630e

Est: $1,000 USD - $1,500 USDSold:

SkinnerBoston, MA, USFebruary 01, 2013

Item Overview

Description

Mary Blood Mellen (American, 1817-1882)

Quiet Shoreline with Figure at Sunset
Unsigned, inscribed "E. L. ..." in pencil on the stretcher.
Oil on canvas, 5 x 6 5/8 in. (12.5 x 17.0 cm), framed.
Condition: Patch reinforcement, retouch, craquelure, surface grime.

Artist or Maker

Mary Blood Mellen

Condition Report

Patch reinforcement to the reverse measuring 1 x 1 inch, corresponding to a repair on the front located in the clouds to the left of the sun, with an area of pale retouch measuring 3/4 x 3/4 inches. The same area shows a vertical line of craquelure with an area of possible lifting, when viewed with a loupe. Thin, pale wash of retouch to clouds u.r. Other areas of fine craquelure are stable.

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 01, 2013, 12:00 PM EST

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

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