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Lot 3225

Gari Melchers, Portrait Study of May Field Lanier, Oil on Board

Estimate: $800 - $1,200
Starting Bid
$400

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Gari Julius Garibaldi Melchers (American, 1860 - 1932), Portrait Study of a May Field Lanier, wife of Charles Day Lanier, who was the son of American poet Sidney Lanier from Macon, GA, oil on artist board, [approximate dimensions - sight: " H x 29 5/8" W], signed on left side of painting; old label a verso reads "Mrs. Chas D. Lanier".

In overall good condition, overall surface dust, under UV light possible mildew and inpaint. Framed: 19 1/4" H x 14 1/4" W. Ask Fine Art Department for additional photos.

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