$1,968
Charles Hovey Pepper (American, 1864-1950) Spring in Concord Signed "Charles Hovey Pepper" l. l., identified and titled on a label from Doll & Richards, Inc., Boston, affixed to the backing. Watercolor on paper mounted to paperboard, 22 1/8 x 14 1/2 in. (56.1 x 36.7 cm), framed. Condition: Not examined out of frame. Estimate $1,000-1,500 The frame was opened during preview and the work is on Whatman Drawing Board, measuring 21 1/2 x 14 7/8 inches. The medium is watercolor and gouache. There is minor acid burn around the edges, slightly more noticeable at the u.l. edge. Tack hole to l.l. corner. The colors are vibrant and the impasto intact. 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:
2018-01-26
