1463

$4,147.50

JOHN WHORF (American, 1903-1959) SUN BATHERS ON THE ROCKS.

Double sided watercolor on paper Housed under glass in a fine giltwood frame with mat Signed lower right “John Whorf”, inscribed on verso “This side no good” Note: This double sided watercolor features three women enjoying a summer day by the sea on the front, with a graphic World War I scene on the verso. The three women relaxing in a rocky coastal scene is in stark contrast with the view on the verso of a World War I gunner in the heat of battle with glowing fire in the distance on the verso. he artist makes for an interesting commentary “This side no good” SIZE: Sight: 15″ x 21″. Overall: 23″ x 29″ CONDITION: Very good, not examined out of frame 50875-1 (4,000-6,000) – Lot 1463

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Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antique Auction - August 2016

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