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Hovsep Pushman
(American, 1877-1966)
Tahitian Lady, c. 1921-25
Estimate: $10,000-$15,000
Sold
$5,000
Live Auction
American Art and Pennsylvania Impressionists
Size
31 1/2 x 25 1/4 in.
Description
Hovsep Pushman
(American, 1877-1966)
Tahitian Lady, c. 1921-25
oil on canvas
signed Pushman (lower right)
31 1/2 x 25 1/4 in.
Condition
The unlined canvas in overall very good condition, with a shiny finish. With a small area of craquelure in the sitter's hair, with a few scattered pinpoint-sized losses. There is a small scuff, approx. 1/4 in. on her chin. Examination under UV light does not reveal any sign of inpainting. Some areas are covered by greenish varnish, which are indicative of a past selective cleaning. Additional images available upon request.Frame: 37 1/2 x 31 x 1 3/4 in.
Signature
signed Pushman (lower right)
Provenance
The present work will be included in the Hovsep Pushman Committee's online catalogue raisonné of the artist's work and assigned catalogue number HP001348. Provenance:The Artist.The Johnson Galleries, Chicago, Illinois.Acquired directly from the above.Private Collection, New Jersey.