$5,036
Johann Berthelsen (American, 1883-1969) The Brooklyn Bridge Signed "Johann Berthelsen" l. r., identified on a label from The Farkas Corp., Beverly Hills, California, on the back of the frame. Oil on canvas, 20 x 16 in. (50.8 x 40.6 cm), framed. Condition: Minor retouch, craquelure. N.B. This view is painted from the Brooklyn side of the bridge, a favorite location for Berthelsen. We wish to thank Mr. Lee Berthelsen, son of the artist, for his help in cataloging this lot. Craquelure to sky area u.l. and u.r. as well as snow area l.l. and l.r. in areas of heavy impasto, circular craquelure u.l., scattered areas of fluorescence along frame liner may be areas of exposed canvas primer.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2010-05-21
