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International Art Auction

December 08, 2009

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LOT 269

Lot 269

Albert Huie (1920-?)

Albert Huie (1920-?)
Lot 269 Details
Albert Huie (1920-?), Jamaican

NUDE WITH BANANAS

Oil on canvasboard; signed lower left
22" x 17" — 55.9 x 43.2 cm.

Estimate $2,000-$3,000

Realised: $7,800
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Lot Report

Provenance:

Mildred MacDonald, Ottawa, gifted from the artist, in 1965, during an exhibition held in Ottawa at the Chateau Laurier Hotel, Ottawa; By descent, Private Collection, Ottawa

Note:

Broadcasting Pioneer Mildred MacDonald, was one of Canada’s first female broadcasters (ref: CBC). This work was gifted to Mrs. MacDonald in August 1965 after she completed an interview with the artist for the CBC radio show, “Morning Commentary”. Huie and another Jamaican artist were touring three Canadian cities (Toronto, Montreal and Ottawa). Included with the painting is a copy of the original script outline used on-air and the original, unedited, interview which runs approximately 10 minutes long.

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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