$948
Edward Chalmers Leavitt (American, 1842-1904) Still Life with Peaches and Grapes Signed and indistinctly dated "EC Leavitt... " l.l., a partial label from Bigelow & Jordan, Boston, affixed to the reverse. Oil on canvas, 8 x 20 in. (20.3 x 50.8 cm), framed. Condition: Punctures with losses c.r., tape reinforcement on the reverse, retouch, varnish inconsistencies, surface rubs, surface grime. Small puncture and s-curved abrasion in u.r. quadrant, about 2 inches down from top and 6 inches in from left side. Scatted retouch including in area of abrasion. Scattered paint losses l.l. quadrant in an area measuring 1 x 1/2 in. Tape patch on the reverse. Varnish inconsistencies. Partial label from Bigelow and Jordan, Boston, on the reverse of the frame and stretcher.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2010-09-24
