Canadian Art, Culture and History

November 0712, 2020
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LOT 34

Lot 34

After Captain George Francis Lyon (1795-1832)

After Captain George Francis Lyon (1795-1832)
Lot 34 Details
After Captain George Francis Lyon (1795-1832)

AN ESKIMAUX WATCHING A SEAL HOLE

aquatint etching, with title, published in London by John Murray, and dated Feb. 1824, framed
sight 8.25 x 10 in — 21 x 25.4 cm; 15.5 x 17 in — 39.4 x 43.2 cm

Estimate $100-$150

Realised: $180
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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After Captain George Francis Lyon (1795-1832)
  • After Captain George Francis Lyon (1795-1832)
Provenance:

The current lot was published in "Journal of a Second Voyage for the Discovery of a North-West Passage from the Atlantic to the Pacific; Performed in the Years 1821-22-23 in His Majesty’s Ships Fury and Hecla”, The expedition was captained by William Edward Parry.

CONDITION DETAILS

Apparently in good condition, but not examined out of the frame.

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  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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