$492
Francis Hopkinson Smith (American, 1838-1915) Cottages and Sun-dappled Path Signed "F. Hopkinson Smith" l.l. Gouache, watercolor, and charcoal on paper/board, sight size 21 1/4 x 29 1/4 in. (54.0 x 74.3 cm), framed. Condition: Not examined out of frame. Estimate $800-1,200 Small area of craquelure with paint loss and flaking located center left in the side of the cottage, located 8 1/2 inches in from the left edge and 9 1/2 inches down from top, with a smaller loss located to the left in the pink blossom in the court yard seen through the gate. Frame is old, perhaps period, with heavy paperboard backing and the shadow of a former presentation plaque on the front. 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
