John P Benson 1865-1947 Black Americana Painting
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John Prentiss Benson (American, 1865-1947). An original oil painting on board. A rare Black Americana scene with male and female figures. Boston area street scene with additional human figures, buggy, and architectural elements. Artist monogram to lower left J.P.B. The artist was brother of contemporary American Impressionist artist Frank Benson (1862-1951). Hand written note to verso attesting the work to have been produced in Washington, D.C., December 1893, as a Christmas present for the artist's brother, Harry Benson (1866-1942), later Mayor of Salem (MA). Accompanied by 2002 The Evening News (Salem, MA) article discussing the artist's family. Presented in a a decorative gold leaf frame. Sight size approximately 6" x 3.75".
Dimensions: 13 X 11 X 1.25 in.
Condition: Good overall condition having normal surface wear. Frame having normal surface wear. Estate fresh to the market.
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Dimensions: 13 X 11 X 1.25 in.
Condition: Good overall condition having normal surface wear. Frame having normal surface wear. Estate fresh to the market.
Shipping: Hill Auction Gallery offers in-house ground contiguous USA domestic shipping, excluding New Mexico, for $85 plus insurance. Gallery will refer third party shippers for international buyers. Purchaser pick up available upon request.
Got something to sell? Contact us at HillAuctionGallery.com
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John P Benson 1865-1947 Black Americana Painting
Estimate $500 - $1,500
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