$24,600
Ralph Eugene Cahoon Jr. (American, 1910-1982) A View of Provincetown, Mass. Signed "R. CAHOON" l.r., titled within the painting. Oil on Masonite, 24 x 30 in. (61.0 x 76.2 cm), framed. Condition: Minor surface grime. Estimate $35,000-55,000 An auction catalogue clipping featuring the work is affixed to the reverse. The work has recently been varnished and under UV examination the broad brushstrokes of the varnish application are visible. There are two very small areas of possible retouch on the top left edge just at the lip of the frame. The larger is no more than 1/8 inch wide and about 1/2 inch high, visible as a slight texture change in raking light. Framed dimensions are 30 1/2 x 36 1/2 x 1 in. Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. 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 shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2019-09-27
