Joseph Jefferson, IV (1829-1905, Louisiana/Florida), "Wooded Louisiana Landscape," oil on paper, signed lower left, initialed lower right, presented in a wide gilt and gesso frame, within an oak shadowbox, H.- 19 in., W.- 30 in., accompanied by a 1906 copy of Joseph Jefferson, Reminiscences of a Fellow Player, by Francis Wilson, Charles Scribner's Sons, New York, inside cover affixed with a letter by the artist. Note: This landscape is possibly of Jefferson Island, Louisiana.

Condition consistent with age and use. A crease is noted starting at the center of the top edge, and continuing diagonally downwards toward the right edge. The surrounding paint appears thicker, and fluoresces slightly under UV light - apparent repair. At verso, there is corresponding discoloration, and original paper appears to have been adhered to a later backing paper. Some small areas of craquelure are observed along the top, surrounding the repair. Several other areas of small tears are observed throughout the paper, the largest approximately 2 by 3 inches along the right side of the trees. A ¼ inch hole is noted along the right edge, with ½ inch scratches around. An overall impressive scene. ALL PROPERTY IS SOLD “AS IS.” NO STATEMENT REGARDING CONDITION OF ANY ITEM, WHETHER IT IS MADE ORALLY AT THE AUCTION OR ANY OTHER TIME, OR IN WRITING IN THE CATALOGUE OR ELSEWHERE, SHALL BE DEEMED TO BE A WARRANTY, REPRESENTATION, OR ASSUMPTION OF LIABILITY.