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LOT 143

Lot 143

Frederick Horsman Varley, ARCA (1881-1969)

Frederick Horsman Varley, ARCA (1881-1969)
Lot 143 Details
Frederick Horsman Varley, ARCA (1881-1969), Canadian

RAY OF LIGHT, CA. 1963

oil on canvas board
titled with inventory no. 366 verso
12 x 16 in — 29.8 x 40.6 cm

Estimate $15,000-$20,000

Realised: $12,500
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Important:

This lot is located in Vancouver. Local pick up by special arrangement; shipment from Vancouver only.

Lot Report

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Frederick Horsman Varley, ARCA (1881-1969)
  • Frederick Horsman Varley, ARCA (1881-1969)
  • Frederick Horsman Varley, ARCA (1881-1969)
  • Frederick Horsman Varley, ARCA (1881-1969)
  • Frederick Horsman Varley, ARCA (1881-1969)
Provenance:

Private Collection, Toronto, ON
John A. Libby Fine Art, Toronto, ON
Private Collection, Vancouver, BC

CONDITION DETAILS

Good overall condition.
Slight area of consolidation to upper right quadrant, staining to left edge of mat.

LOT 143
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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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