Decorative Arts and International Fine Art Auction

December 10, 2014

LOT 511

Lot 511

GERTRUDE MARY COVENTRY (mrs. Ed. Robertson) (1885-1964)

GERTRUDE MARY COVENTRY (mrs. Ed. Robertson)  (1885-1964)
Lot 511 Details
GERTRUDE MARY COVENTRY (mrs. Ed. Robertson) (1885-1964), Scottish

A FIFESHIRE COAST (FISHING BOATS PITTENWEEM HARBOUR. FIFE)

Oil on canvas; signed lower right, titled to two artist labels, one dated 1938 verso
28" x 36" — 71.1 x 91.4 cm.

Estimate $3,000-$5,000

Realised: $1,200
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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GERTRUDE MARY COVENTRY (mrs. Ed. Robertson)  (1885-1964)
  • GERTRUDE MARY COVENTRY (mrs. Ed. Robertson)  (1885-1964)
Provenance:

Private Collection of the artist’s grandson, Canada

Note:

Gertrude Mary Coventry was the daughter of Robert McGown Coventry (1855-1942), whose painting is also represented in this sale, lot 512.

She often painted with her father in Holland, Belgium and at Pittenweem where this scene was painted.

CONDITION DETAILS

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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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