(19th century)
Young gentleman with dark speckled background, watercolor on paper, sight 2-3/4 x 2-1/4 in.; profile of older gentleman with gray hair, signed in pencil indistinctly, watercolor on paper, sight 2-3/4 x 2-1/4 in.; blue eyed gentleman with yellow background, watercolor on ivory, sight 3 x 2-3/8 in.; all black lacquered parcel gilt wood frames, largest 5-5/8 x 4-3/4 x 3/8 in.
Provenance: Both paper portraits from Don Naetzker Antiques (labels verso); Private Collection, Asheville, North Carolina
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Both paper portraits from Don Naetzker Antiques (labels verso); Private Collection, Asheville, North Carolina
all with varying levels of wear and surface dirt; frames with wear and abrasions, cracking to lacquer 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.