$615
Phoebe (Phebe) Jenks (American, 1847-1907) The First Catch Signed and dated "Phebe Jenks '78" l. r., titled in an inscription on the reverse. Oil on canvas, 30 x 18 in. (76.2 x 45.7 cm), framed (in a liner). Condition: Wax lined, craquelure, flaking with small paint loss to center, retouch. Provenance: Collection of Judge Jon Tom Staton, Edmond, Oklahoma. Estimate $1,000-1,500 Inscribed "Return to Phebe Jenks/56 Studio Bldg Boston" and (crossed through) "Return to Kennard & Jenks/on Broadway & Fourth St/New York" on the reverse of the lining canvas. There are minute dots and dashes of retouch, including tiny areas of the craquelure in the face. The losses (to the left sleeve and pant leg) 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.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2018-05-11
