International Art Auction

December 13, 2011

LOT 256

Lot 256

Tadeusz Styka (1889-1954)

Tadeusz Styka (1889-1954)
Lot 256 Details
Tadeusz Styka (1889-1954), Polish/French

A BLONDE BEAUTY IN TRANSPARENT VEIL

Oil on board; signed lower left
25" x 17.5" — 63.5 x 44.5 cm.

Estimate $6,000-$8,000

Realised: $10,800
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Note:

The model may be the Italian-born French actress Dolly Grey. Styka was commissioned to paint four portraits of Dolly Grey. The present location of the portrait’s are unknown.

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 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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