Lot 401 , Everett Shinn (American, 1876-1953), Sir Henry Irving as Shylock, c.1910, pastel on paperboard, 71 x 34cm

Everett Shinn (American, 1876-1953) Sir Henry Irving as Shylock, c.1910
pastel on paperboard
signed, with label from Marie Antoville Galleries Corp., NY and a label on the reverse of the frame 'Property of Everett Shinn/26 Washington Squ. N / N.Y. City / Price #1/200 net' and inscribed 'Sir Henry Irving as or a "Shilock" / Made in his dressing room during his last tour of this country. Considerate enough of me to have his stage hands construct a box out of scenery to keep out a draught. E.S./ size 26" x 2" / Date - 1910'
71 x 34cm
£7,000-10,000

Condition:
Pastel onto buff coloured paper which shows some undulation, colours remain strong, one or two light surface scratches but essentially good order, signed and inscribed lower right, housed under glass in a later ornate gilt frame. labels as mentioned, further label stating Property of Everett Shinn ...

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