Emporium & Humber Family Collection Auction
Fri, Feb 4, 2022 09:00AM EST
Lot 255
Louis Orr
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
(American/North Carolina, 1879-1961)
Eumania Hall Davidson, College, signed lower right "Louis Orr", inscribed verso "Eumania Hall Davidson", Album III No.15, graphite on paper, sight 9-3/4 x 8 in.; gallery style black metal frame, 20-1/4 x 16-1/4
Provenance: Humber Family, North Carolina
Note: This original drawing served as the basis for one of the 51 etchings completed by Louis Orr depicting views of North Carolina. The project was conceived and underwritten by Robert Lee Humber as a way to preserve the landscape of North Carolina and provide affordable original artwork to schools, institutions, and individuals.
Condition
archivally hinged into acid free mat, paper slightly darkened, stain center right and discoloration in left corner of the building, tape residue verso; frame with light wear
