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Walter Emerson Baum
(American, 1884-1956)
The Hill
Estimate: $1,200-$1,800
Sold
$650
Live Auction
What Do You See? The Collection of Sidney Rothberg, Part III
Location
Philadelphia
Size
21 1/2 x 29 1/4 in. (54.6 x 74.3cm)
Description
Walter Emerson Baum
(American, 1884-1956)
The Hill
watercolor on paper
signed W.E. Baum (lower left); also titled and signed verso
21 1/2 x 29 1/4 in. (54.6 x 74.3cm)
The Collection of Sidney Rothberg, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
This lot is located in Philadelphia.
Condition
In overall very good condition. The sheet is loose without any matting. With even edges, and all corners. The sheet is only slightly toned, with previous mat staining along the outer edges (very thin). Top two corners were left bare by the artist (not visible when the piece is framed). With localized dripping at bottom left quadrant and bottom center: although it looks like surface soiling, it actually is from the artist's technique. With remnants of old brown tape along the outer edges verso. Additional images available upon request.
Signature
signed W.E. Baum (lower left); also titled and signed verso
Provenance
Provenance: Freeman's, Philadelphia, sale of December 5, 2004, lot 156.Acquired directly from the above sale.