Decorative Arts Auction

December 10, 2009

LOT 461

Lot 461

Vincent Brooks (1814-1885), Day & Son, Publisher

Vincent Brooks (1814-1885), Day & Son, Publisher
Lot 461 Details
Vincent Brooks (1814-1885), Day & Son, Publisher, British

EIGHT STUDIES OF FERNS (FROM CASSELL’S EUROPEAN FERNS)

Eight colour chromolithographs with letters.
Image sight 8.1" x 9.4" — 20.5 x 23.8 cm.

Estimate $600-$800

Realised: $1,680
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Vincent Brooks (1814-1885), Day & Son, Publisher
  • Vincent Brooks (1814-1885), Day & Son, Publisher
  • Vincent Brooks (1814-1885), Day & Son, Publisher
  • Vincent Brooks (1814-1885), Day & Son, Publisher
  • Vincent Brooks (1814-1885), Day & Son, Publisher
  • Vincent Brooks (1814-1885), Day & Son, Publisher
  • Vincent Brooks (1814-1885), Day & Son, Publisher
  • Vincent Brooks (1814-1885), Day & Son, Publisher

CONDITION DETAILS

framed: 15” x 16 1/4”
not examined out of frames- in matching giltwood frames, all good, bright colouring with no glaring marks or serious condition notes, one has faint fox marks in the top margin or fine creases at the edges near the mat openings or tiny soiling and pinhead size burn marks

LOT 461
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About Condition Ratings

  • 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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