Emporium | June 11, 2025
Wed, Jun 11, 2025 10:00AM EDT
Lot 543
Thomas Irwin Laughlin, Astrological Print & Original Wood Block
Estimate: $200 - $400
Sold for
$200
Sold Price excludes BP
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
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| $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 |
(New York/Pennsylvania, 1905-1965)
Double-sided hand carved wooden printing block, carvings with similar composition of twelve astrological signs surrounding Aquarius holding water jar and fish, monogram carved in wood "TL", 14-7/8 x 12 x 7/8 in.; print with black ink and red, blue, and yellow charcoal highlights on very thin wove paper, sight 15 x 12-1/8 in.; gilt wood frame, 21-1/4 x 17-7/8 x 5/8 in.
Provenance: Michael L. Laughlin Estate, Aiken, South Carolina
Note: This lot is accompanied by an exhibition catalog for Thomas I. Laughlin, published by The Explorer Art Gallery, New York, New York, dated April 27th through May 19th, 1962.
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Michael L. Laughlin Estate, Aiken, South Carolina
wood block with heavy ink remnants from past use, sticker adhered top right corner, print not examined out of frame, not under glass, accretion, toning, upper left edge not set in frame, creasing, small holes; frame with wear and abrasions, losses to gilt, liner with accretion, scuffs, toning, wear 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.
