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International Paintings Art Auction

June 12, 2007

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LOT 2

Lot 2

19th Century American

19th Century American
Lot 2 Details
19th Century American

TROMPE L’OEIL LETTER TO MRS. ROBINSON, YORK, UPPER CANADA

Pen and ink en grisaille with sepia wash. Unframed.
6.3" x 7.9" (16.0 cm x 20.0 cm)

Estimate $300-$400

Realised: $900
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Lot Report

Provenance:

Ex. Coll. The Estate of Gilbert Bagnani, Contents of Vogrie, Port Hope, Ontario, Ritchie’s, Toronto, December 15, 1994, lot 4095.

Note:

This work was addressed to Mrs. John Beverly Robinson, the wife of, Sir John Beverly Robinson, Chief Justice of Upper Canada from 1841 to 1862.

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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