RICHARD JACK (Canadian, 1866-1952) “THE DRAWING ROOM”
Oil on canvas
Housed in a period paint decorated and giltwood frame
Signed and dated lower right “R. Jack 1923″, bears British Empire Exhibition label on stretcher dated 1925”
Exhibited: London Royal Academy “The One Hundred Fifty Fifth Summer Exhibition 1923”, May 7-August 11, 1923, No. 237; London “British Empire Exhibition 1925, No. CC.31
note: The present work may show the work from Jack’s London studio located at 2 Earle’s Court Square (source: Christie’s catalog, 5-23-17, Lot 33) SIZE: 48″ x 36-1/4″. Overall: 58″ x 46″ PROVENANCE: Sotheby’s, December 17, 1985, Lot 3308; Hancock Gallery, London, 1987; private collection, Washington, D.C.; acquired from above by present owner CONDITION: Very good condition with minor restoration in her skirt and several areas of touch-up throughout interior 52740-1 (5,000-7,000) – Lot 1232
Auction:
Fine Art, Asian & Antiques - Winter 2018
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