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LOT 526

Lot 526

Lucious Richard O'Brien (Canadian, 1832-1899)

Lucious Richard O'Brien (Canadian, 1832-1899)
Lot 526 Details
Lucious Richard O'Brien (Canadian, 1832-1899)

VOYAGEURS ON THE ST. MAURICE RIVER

inkwash on watercolour paper, signed lower right
sheet 7.5 x 11 in — 19.1 x 27.9 cm

Estimate $200-$300

Realised: $1,375
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Lucious Richard O'Brien (Canadian, 1832-1899)
  • Lucious Richard O'Brien (Canadian, 1832-1899)
  • Lucious Richard O'Brien (Canadian, 1832-1899)
  • Lucious Richard O'Brien (Canadian, 1832-1899)
Note:

The current lot is very likely a preliminary sketch for larger watercolour of the same title, sold in these rooms on November 25, 1994, Lot 29, for $20,900. See secondary image.

CONDITION DETAILS

Large, central stain. Sheet tipped on to card. Remnants of previous mounting, verso. 'St. Maurice' in blue crayon, verso, with 'Rapides Croche' in the artists hand

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
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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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