BESSIE POTTER VONNOH (American, 1872 – 1955) “WATER LILIES”.

BESSIE POTTER VONNOH (American, 1872 – 1955) “WATER LILIES”. This important and outstanding bronze figural fountain depicts a nude forest nymph with arms extended out, one hand holding a flower bloom with holes for water spray. The nymph stands atop a stepped naturalistic rock plinth which is signed “Bessie Potter Vonnoh SC.”. Also impress marked “Gorham Co. Founders QA0Y”. Wonderful light green verdigris patina. An outstanding example of this artists work. NOTE: A custom cut granite rock base accompanies the bronze which is a fabulous addition for its display. SIZE: Bronze: 29″ h x 16″ at widest. PROVENANCE: From an important Maine collection. CONDITION: Very good. The water lily bloom in left hand is missing the stem. REFERENCE: Bessie Potter Vonnoh, Sculpture of Woman by Julie Aronson, page 164 (illustrated on page 165). 9-99554 (25,000-35,000)

Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - August 2010

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
	3073	$23,000.00	BESSIE POTTER VONNOH (American, 1872 – 1955) “WATER LILIES”. This important and outstanding bronze figural fountain depicts a nude forest nymph with arms extended out, one hand holding a flower bloom with holes for water spray. The nymph stands atop a stepped naturalistic rock plinth which is signed “Bessie Potter Vonnoh SC.”. Also impress marked “Gorham Co. Founders QA0Y”. Wonderful light green verdigris patina. An outstanding example of this artists work. NOTE: A custom cut granite rock base accompanies the bronze which is a fabulous addition for its display. SIZE: Bronze: 29″ h x 16″ at widest. PROVENANCE: From an important Maine collection. CONDITION: Very good. The water lily bloom in left hand is missing the stem. REFERENCE: Bessie Potter Vonnoh, Sculpture of Woman by Julie Aronson, page 164 (illustrated on page 165). 9-99554 (25,000-35,000) Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - August 2010 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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