$9,480
Irving Ramsey Wiles (American, 1861-1948) The Actor Signed "Ir... g R Wiles" l.r., identified on a period label and two labels from Grand Central Art Galleries, Inc., New York, (see below) affixed to the reverse. Oil on canvas, 34 1/4 x 27 in. (87.0 x 68.6 cm), in a period carved wood frame incised "ALBERT MILCH/CARVED WOOD FRAMES/78 WEST 55. ST N.Y" c.l. Condition: Lined, retouch, varnish inconsistencies, surface rubs, surface grime. Exhibitions: William M. Chase/Robert Henri: Between Two American Masters, Grand Central Art Galleries, Inc., October 25-November 30, 1985. Retouch in u.r. quadrant in background in an area measuring about 5 x 3 inches, as part of repair of a Y-shaped abrasion or tear of about 1 x 1 inch. Retouch also along the perimeter of the canvas, center left and center top. A few scattered small dots of retouch, including one at each side of the figure's face at the temples. Small canvas imperfection or possible scratch visible in raking light center top in the area of the sitter's hair.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2010-05-21
