Old Masters & 19th Century Art

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LOT 21

Lot 21

James Fairman (1826-1904)

James Fairman (1826-1904)
Lot 21 Details
James Fairman (1826-1904), American

JERUSALEM

oil on canvas laid on board
signed lower left; titled to nameplate
45.5 x 71.7 in — 115.5 x 182 cm

Estimate $25,000-$45,000

Realised: $67,850
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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James Fairman (1826-1904)
  • James Fairman (1826-1904)
  • James Fairman (1826-1904)
  • James Fairman (1826-1904)
Provenance:

Collection of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Q. Davis, Columbus, OH
Sisters of St. Joseph, Toronto, ON, donated by the above in 1904

Note:

We would like to thank Linda Wick, archivist for the Sisters of St. Joseph of Toronto, for their assistance in cataloguing this work.

CONDITION DETAILS

Very good overall condition.
Slight frame abrasions to right and upper edges.

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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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