$923
Moses Soyer (American, 1899-1974) Mother and Child Signed "M. SOYER" c.l., titled on a label from Contemporary Paintings, Hotel Traymore, Atlantic City, New Jersey, affixed to the frame backing. Oil on canvasboard, 16 x 11 3/4 in. (40.5 x 30.0 cm), framed (in a liner). Condition: Drying cracks, retouch, surface grime. Estimate $500-700 The craquelure is stable and shows a gentle alligatoring in the red pigments. The retouch is minor dashes and strookes. The work would benefit from a gentle cleaning. A copy of the artist's obituary is affixed to the frame backing. 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:
2018-05-11
