Canadian Arts, Culture and History

December 0409, 2021
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LOT 461

Lot 461

Lionel Fosbery (Canadian, 1879-1956)

Lionel Fosbery (Canadian, 1879-1956)
Lot 461 Details
Lionel Fosbery (Canadian, 1879-1956)

BUST OF SIR WILFRID LAURIER

painted plaster composite, signed Lionel Fosbery, Sculptor, Ottawa, Canada
height 30.25 in — 76.8 cm

Estimate $500-$700

Realised: $360
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Lionel Fosbery (Canadian, 1879-1956)
  • Lionel Fosbery (Canadian, 1879-1956)
  • Lionel Fosbery (Canadian, 1879-1956)
Provenance:

The Beaverbrook Art Gallery, Fredericton, N.B.

CONDITION DETAILS

Considerable losses to painted finish, Chip to right shoulder.

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  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 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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