$1,169
James Gillray (British, 1757-1815) Presages of the Millenium... Signed and inscribed in the plate "Js.Gs. desn. et fect. - Pubd. June 4th 1795 - by H. Humphrey N. 37 New Bond Street" l.l.,titled l.c. Etching and aquatint with hand-coloring, sheet size 12 5/8 x 15 1/8 in. (32.0 x 38.5 cm), framed. Condition: Vertical center crease, minor toning, not examined out of frame. Provenance: Collection of Professor M. Robert Des Marais, State College, Pennsylvania. N.B. The lot is accompanied by a scholarly description of the work and letter written by Professor Des Marais. Estimate $500-900 The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). 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 Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2018-01-12
