$1,845
Set of Four Hand-colored "The Prodigal Son" Engravings, Amos Doolittle, Cheshire, Connecticut, 1814, including "The Prodigal Son Receiving his Patrimony," "The Prodigal Son Revelling with Harlots," "The Prodigal Son in Miser," and "The Prodigal Son Returned to His Father," all in original frames, ht. 16 3/8, wd. 12 1/2 in. Provenance: Nathan Liverant & Son, Colchester, Connecticut. The property of Brian and Pam Ehrlich Estimate $600-800 These haven't been examined out of their frames, but the paper is quite toned and darkened overall. All have some contrast between the paper and the gouache highlights. All appear to be free from tears, creases, and losses, except for "revelling with Harlots," which has tears (including about 3 inches into the figures at center left, abrasions, and minor edge losses. Revelling with Harlots also appears to have the greatest contrast between the gouache highlights (which haven't faded) and the toned paper. Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2019-11-02
