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Willard Metcalf Sketches of Maine

Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500

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(American, 1858-1925)

Five Maine landscapes, 1879, all graphite on laid paper: Cushings Island, titled, dated, and inscribed lower right "Cushings Island, Aug 28, 79. Portland Harbor, ME", 3-3/4 x 5-1/8 in.; Sheep on Hillside, dated and inscribed lower left "C. Isl'd. Aug 27. 79" sight, 2-7/8 x 3-1/4 in.; Trees on a Hill, dated lower left "July 29, 1879", sight, 3-1/8 x 5-1/4 in.; White Head, titled, dated, and inscribed lower left "White Head, Portland Harbor, ME Aug 27, 1879", inscribed verso, sight, 5-1/8 x 3-1/2 in.; Fort Scammel, titled, dated and inscribed lower left "Big and Little Hog Islands - Fort Scammel, Aug 1879, Portland Harbor Maine", sight, 3 x 5-7/8 in.; matching gilt wood frames, largest, 8-1/2 x 11-3/8 x 1-1/2 in.

Provenance: The Collection of Joe Matthews and John Shank, Shepherdstown, West Virginia

Note: This lot of five drawings will be included the Willard Leroy Metcalf Catalogue Raisonne.

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The Collection of Joe Matthews and John Shank, Shepherdstown, West Virginia

one examined out of frame, hinged archivally to mat, "Cushings Island" and "White Head" with slight foxing； frames with minor 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.

American & Southern | September 23, 2026

Willard Metcalf Sketches of Maine

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