Frank Weston Benson (American, 1862-1951)Three Diminutive Prints: Scaling Down, 1917, published state of 150, etching (Paff, 120);
Lone Pintail, 1930, published edition of 150, drypoint (Paff, 303); and
Flying Buffleheads, 1930, published state of 150, etching and drypoint (Paff, 308). Each signed "FrankWBenson." in pencil l.l. Various papers, plate size to 4 1/2 x 5 7/8 in. (11.3 x 14.8 cm), unmatted, unframed.
Condition: A majority of the edges deckled, each with pencil annotations to the lower margin,
Scaling Down with crease to lower edge (well outside of the plate mark).
Provenance: Descended within the family of the artist.
Condition
Condition: The plate for
Scaling Down measures 4 x 3 in.;
Lone Pintail is 4 1/2 x 5 7/8 in.; and
Flying Buffleheads is 3 x 4 in.
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