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LOT 514

Lot 514

James Peachey (British, act. 1781-1785)

James Peachey (British, act. 1781-1785)
Lot 514 Details
James Peachey (British, act. 1781-1785)

A VIEW OF THE CITY OF QUEBEC, THE CAPITAL OF CANADA, TAKEN FROM THE ROCK ON POINT LEVI

aquatint with text on wove paper
sight 13.25 x 19.25 in — 33.7 x 48.9 cm; frame 19.75 x 26 in — 50.2 x 66 cm

Estimate $200-$300

Realised: $960
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Lot Report

Provenance:

Collection of Dr. Joe MacInnis, Toronto, ON

The Roberts' Art Gallery, 29 Grenville St., Toronto, ON, label verso

Literature:

F. St. George Spendlove, The Face of Early Canada Toronto, 1958, page 17.

Note:

Spendlove speculates that the name on the print "Wm. Peachy" is used in error as there is no record of William Peachy having been in Canada.

CONDITION DETAILS

Not examined our of the frame. Print in apparently good condition. toned with minor spotting in the right sky, and very minor rippling at the mat, top right. Mat toned with water stains along the bottom. Minor losses to frame.

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 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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