$6,150
Mose Ernest Tolliver (American, 1919-2006) Oil on Board Depicting Three Figures in a Bus, on a triangular board. Note: Self-taught artist Mose Tolliver was born in Alabama to sharecroppers and attended school until the third grade. He became disabled as an adult after a work accident and turned to painting to pass the time, using house paint and plywood. Museums such as the Birmingham Museum of Art, the Smithsonian, and the Corcoran Gallery have all exhibited his art. Estimate $200-250 Ht. 16 3/4, wd. 33 1/2 in. 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:
2018-02-09
