International Art Auction

June 15, 2010

LOT 60

Lot 60

John Absolon (1815-1895)

John Absolon (1815-1895)
Lot 60 Details
John Absolon (1815-1895), British

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Watercolour; signed and dated 1844 lower right, signed to artist’s label verso, titled to exhibition label verso
Sight 20" x 28" — 50.8 x 71.1 cm.

Estimate $1,500-$2,500

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

Lot Report

Provenance:

Purchased at the Royal Irish Art-Union exhibition by David Kuntz ? of Balleymena;
William Rodman & Co., Belfast;

Exhibited:

Royal Irish Art-Union At The Distribution of Prizes for 1847, No. 537

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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