$2,460
William Russell Smith (New York, 1812-1896) View of a Valley in Springtime Unsigned. Oil on canvas, 12 x 18 in., in a gilt-gesso frame. Condition: Relined, very small scattered spots of retouch in the sky. Provenance: Christies, The House Sale, March 3, 2004, Lot 17. Estimate $800-1,200 Three c. 1/2 inch lines of retouch in the sky above the valley in the treeline, several very small spots of retouch in the sky near the upper right corner and upper right edge, possible retouch on a few treetops in the background. 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.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2018-03-03
