Decorative & Fine Arts Curated Auction
Lot 33:
Herbert Morton Stoops (American, 1888-1948). Oil on canvas illustration, Ghosts of the Revolution. Possibly for Blue Book magazine, circa 1940s. Signed lower right H.M. Stoops and with Herbert Morton Stoops written in pencil below the image. With marks for printing in pencil around the margins. 36" x 29". Dirt and discoloration throughout, paint loss to the margins, some crazing and scratches to image, some inpainting. Provenance: Swann, Illustration Art, sale 2440, March 21, 2017; private collection, New York City.
Condition: Notice to bidders: The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition. Photos are considered part of the condition report. Complete condition information is available by request, please request no later than 24 hours prior to the auction. All lots are offered and sold "as is", and Willow Auctions will not provide refunds based on condition. Timepiece movements, lighting and electrics have not been tested, and art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated.
Share this lot: