International Art Auction

June 15, 2010

LOT 35

Lot 35

John C. Pellew (1903- )

John C. Pellew (1903- )
Lot 35 Details
John C. Pellew (1903- ), American

MUSEUM (FIGURES WALKING THE STAIRS)

Watercolour; signed and titled to exhibition label verso
36.5" x 28.5" — 92.7 x 72.4 cm.

Estimate $1,200-$1,800

Realised: $1,440
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

By descent through the family residing in Buffalo, N.Y.

Exhibited:

American Watercolour Society, 1954

Note:

This work won The Chauncey F. Ryder Memorial Purchase Prize as noted on the plaque recto

CONDITION DETAILS

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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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