GEORGE BENJAMIN LUKS (American, 1867-1933) “THE TENTH ROUND”.

GEORGE BENJAMIN LUKS (American, 1867-1933) “THE TENTH ROUND”. Oil on canvas half portrait of a boxer. The man is seen with arms across his bare chest, one boxing glove is showing. His head is held up in triumphant mode and a winning smile is on his face. A wonderful expression. A greenish black background. Signed lower right “George Luks 1902”. Housed in an ebonized wide carved wood frame with thin gold liner which has a title and artist plaque attached. NOTE: We have been told by the consignor that prior to lining the painting was signed and dated on reverse. It is possible that this is a self portrait. Luks was known to fabricate tales of his boxing career as “Chicago Whitey”. SIZE: 27” x 21”. CONDITION: Relined with some inpainting and restoration. 9-72120 (25,000-50,000)

Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - Winter 2007

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
	133	$25,300.00	GEORGE BENJAMIN LUKS (American, 1867-1933) “THE TENTH ROUND”. Oil on canvas half portrait of a boxer. The man is seen with arms across his bare chest, one boxing glove is showing. His head is held up in triumphant mode and a winning smile is on his face. A wonderful expression. A greenish black background. Signed lower right “George Luks 1902”. Housed in an ebonized wide carved wood frame with thin gold liner which has a title and artist plaque attached. NOTE: We have been told by the consignor that prior to lining the painting was signed and dated on reverse. It is possible that this is a self portrait. Luks was known to fabricate tales of his boxing career as “Chicago Whitey”. SIZE: 27” x 21”. CONDITION: Relined with some inpainting and restoration. 9-72120 (25,000-50,000) Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - Winter 2007 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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