International Prints Art Auction

September 06, 2007

LOT 124

Lot 124

Benson B. Moore (1882-1974)

Benson B. Moore (1882-1974)
Lot 124 Details
Benson B. Moore (1882-1974), American

BAND-TAILED PIGEON; PEAFOWL;

Two handcoloured etchings, the former from an edition of 30, the latter from an edition of 40. Each signed, titled and numbered in pencil to margin. Matted. Unframed.
6.8" x 5.8" (17.1 cm x 14.6 cm)

Estimate $500-$700

Realised: $240
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Benson B. Moore (1882-1974)
  • Benson B. Moore (1882-1974)
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Well-known for his animal life pictures, Moore began sketching outdoors in 1914 with membersof an informal group of artists called The Ramblers Sketch Club. During the 1930’s - 40’s he contributed over 3700 animal illustrations to the Washington Evening Star’s syndicated series, “Nature’s Children”. He also illustrated nature books and did portraits of pets of leading Washingtonians. He taught etching at Clara Hill School of Art, Washington, D.C.

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