$188
European and American Schools, 19th/20th Century Twelve Botanical Watercolors: Seven Chrysanthemums, a Polygala Senega, a Tulip, a Nasturtium, and Two Fruits and Flowers Six Chrysanthemums unsigned, one Chrysanthemum signed "Rifaat Bey" in ink l. r., Polygala Senega signed and dated "Maria Maydwel Feby 1808" l.r., Tulip dated "May 823" in ink on the reverse, Nasturtiums signed "E. Roth" on the reverse and on the mount, one Fruits and Flowers signed "R. Zuyr" in pencil on the mount. Watercolor, ink, and pencil on paper, sheet sizes to 14 1/2 x 9 3/4 in. (36.8 x 24.7 cm), unframed. Condition: Most with pale toning, nicks and wear to edges and corners of the sheets, minor staining and foxing, minor handling creases, some hinged to mat board mounts, others with remnants of old hinges on the reverse. Estimate $300-500 The lot has one loose matboard mount that is inscribed on the reverse with what looks like "Joh. Drachsler." The resemblance to the name of the floral painter Johann Drechsler was noted, but no direct link could be firmly established. 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:
2020-11-30
