$1,375
Fraktur for Catherina Probst, attributed to Henrich Weiss, southeastern Pennsylvania, July 14, 1776, the complex design incorporating concentric circles surrounded by birds, flowering vines, hearts, and other geometric motifs, 13 x 16 1/4 in. (sight), in a black-painted frame. Estimate $2,000-3,000 Fraktur sealed acrylic and mat board mount. Surface shows evidence of several spots of paper restoration and in-painting due to losses and tears. The largest area of restoration is the dark green section of the tail on the upper left bird. 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:
2020-08-03
