Brunk Auctions
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American & Southern | May 30, 2025

Fri, May 30, 2025 10:00AM EDT
Lot 1125

American School Silhouette, Portrait

Estimate: $400 - $600
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(19th century) 

Young woman wearing lace bonnet, pencil on paper cutout on blue backing, sight 17-5/8 x 11-7/8 in.; dark finished period wood frame with period glass, 21-1/2 x 15-5/8 x 1 in. 

Provenance: Northeast Auctions, sold for $650 on August 3rd, 2012; Property from the John B. Schorsch Collection

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Northeast Auctions, sold for $650 on August 3rd, 2012; Property from the John B. Schorsch Collection

not attached to blue backing, staining, especially at bonnet on left edge, foxing, overall toning, slight creases; frame with wear and abrasions, separation at corners, losses, old repairs Note - Brunk Auctions makes every effort to offer accurate and thorough information, but encourages prospective bidders to inspect items in person whenever possible. Condition statements are provided as a courtesy for general guidance and should not be considered complete or definitive. They do not represent a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions. Certain condition issues may not be specifically noted in the report but may be visible in the accompanying photographs, which are considered part of the overall condition report. Please refer to our Terms of Sale for complete information and contact us for additional photos or information as needed.