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Lot 233

Theodore Rousseau, Barbizon Landscape

Estimate: $7,000 - $10,000
Starting Bid
$3,500

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(French, 1812-1867)

Panoramic view with figure crossing a bridge, unsigned, oil on canvas, 9 x 12-1/8 in.; fine gilt wood and composition frame, 18-1/8 x 21-3/8 x 2-1/2 in.

Provenance: Joseph H. Hazen; New York, New York, 1954; Gift to Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, Hagerstown, Maryland (accompanied by letter to museum from Joseph Hazen dated 1954, his letterhead); Auslew Gallery, Norfolk, Virginia, purchased April, 1969 for $5,000 (accompanied by facsimile of original receipt); Private Collection

Exhibited: Chrysler Museum, Norfolk, Virginia, Tidewater Collects, accompanied by a letter and receipt from the museum dated July 27, 1971

Literature: Brochure cover, Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, Hagerstown, Maryland, Summer 1957, ill. (accompanied by brochure)

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Joseph H. Hazen; New York, New York, 1954; Gift to Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, Hagerstown, Maryland (accompanied by letter to museum from Joseph Hazen dated 1954, his letterhead); Auslew Gallery, Norfolk, Virginia, purchased April, 1969 for $5,000 (accompanied by facsimile of original receipt); Private Collection

lined with wax and linen, restretched, crackle, repaired tear center sky with associated retouch, light retouch and abrasions at edges; frame with minor losses, possibly restored by Lowy 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.