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Based in Asheville, North Carolina, Brunk Auctions has been conducting sales of fine and decorative arts for over 30 years. Auctions are held in our North Carolina sale room but attracts a global audience. Founded by Robert Brunk in 1983, the auctions became well known for their integrity and profes...Read more
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LiveSep 17, 2022
Premier Auction - September 17, 2022 - Lots 1014-1502 Auction Begins | 9:00AM EST Brunk Auctions support@brunkauctions.com
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- Lot Description
(American, 18th/19th Century)
Oval Portrait Miniature of a Gentleman on ivory, possibly Edward Greene Malbone or Charles Fraser, gold plate case, 2-1/4 in.; Rectangular portrait miniature of a Gentleman, said to be George S. Sproston, on ivory, 2 x 1-1/2 in.; small oval portrait miniature of a woman with bonnet, 1-1/2 x 1-1/4 in.
Note: Oval portrait miniature, label verso: Late Colonial - Early Federal South c.1770-1880 Estate between Charleston S.C. & Savannah GA, sitter unidentified, artist either Edward Greene Malbone or Charles Fraser, Extremely Rare, Museum Quality
Rectangular portrait, label verso: George S. Sproston Baltimore, Maryland, Surgeon, U.S. Frigate Constitution, Mediterranean Service, ...
Small Oval Miniature, label verso: Becky McGrath, Charleston, S.C., c.1830
?This lot contains animal or plant material that may be restricted under federal, state and/or local law. Prospective bidders should check all applicable government wildlife restrictions prior to placing a bid. The buyer is solely responsible for obtaining any necessary licenses or permits from federal, state and/or local authorities applicable to their purchase or transport of the object. Please note that bidders in New Jersey may not bid on any lots containing elephant ivory, mammoth ivory, or rhinoceros horn.
Provenance: Collection of a Southern Gentleman
Condition
all in very good condition, rectangular portrait with corners trimmed, metal case on oval portrait with significant wear
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