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June 01, 2010

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LOT 98

Lot 98

GORDON APPELBE SMITH, R.C.A.

GORDON APPELBE SMITH, R.C.A.
Lot 98 Details
GORDON APPELBE SMITH, R.C.A.

THE FRASER

oil on canvas
signed
24 ins x 30 ins; 60 cms x 75 cms

Estimate $6,000-$8,000

Realised: $20,060
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Lot Report

Provenance:

Laing Galleries, Toronto.
Union Carbide Canada, Toronto.
Private Collection, Ontario

Literature:

Hugh Maclennan, “The Fraser: Six Hundred Miles of Savage Force”, Maclean’s, November 21, 1959, page 23, reproduced in colour.

Note:

This painting was commissioned by Maclean’s magazine for an article titled “The Fraser: Six Hundred Miles of Savage Force.”, which appeared in the November 21st, 1959 issue. In the article, the artwork is reproduced with the following quotation: “Where the river stretches out over the reed-choked flats farther down, it evokes a feeling of quiet and mystery.”

A copy of the Maclean’s article can be made available to the purchaser of this lot.

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 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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