Emporium & Humber Family Collection Auction
Fri, Feb 4, 2022 09:00AM EST
Lot 262
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, 1879-1961)
Christ Church, Raleigh, signed lower left "Louis Orr", inscribed verso "Christ Church Raleigh, The Cloister early 19th century, 1818", graphite on paper, sight, 10-3/4 x 8-1/4 in.; gallery style black metal frame, 20-1/4 x 16-1/4 in.
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, residue and discoloration upper right, tape residue verso; frame with light wear
