AMERICAN SCHOOL FOLK PORTRAIT OF A CAT.

Oil on canvas. Signed Lower Right ‘MM’ & Dated 1888 in original grain decorated frame. Probably New England. A remarkable 19th century portrait of a precious family member, reminiscent of the portraits painted of children. A charming and folky rendering. REFERENCE: For a very related example: Sotheby’s Auctions, New York. “The Americana Collection of Marc and Laurie Krasny Brown – American School, 19th Century Portrait of a Red Tiger Cat.” (January, 21, 2007) sale N08979, lot 96. SIZE: 12″ x 10″. Overall 15″ x 13″. CONDITION: Very good, untouched condition. 51318-4 (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2256

Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antiques - Winter 2017

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	2256	$4,537.50	AMERICAN SCHOOL FOLK PORTRAIT OF A CAT. Oil on canvas. Signed Lower Right ‘MM’ & Dated 1888 in original grain decorated frame. Probably New England. A remarkable 19th century portrait of a precious family member, reminiscent of the portraits painted of children. A charming and folky rendering. REFERENCE: For a very related example: Sotheby’s Auctions, New York. “The Americana Collection of Marc and Laurie Krasny Brown – American School, 19th Century Portrait of a Red Tiger Cat.” (January, 21, 2007) sale N08979, lot 96. SIZE: 12″ x 10″. Overall 15″ x 13″. CONDITION: Very good, untouched condition. 51318-4 (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2256 Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antiques - Winter 2017 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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AMERICAN SCHOOL FOLK PORTRAIT OF A CAT.