Ruth Bohan, Chicago Lights

Description

Ruth Bohan
Chicago Lights

c. 1940
oil on canvas board
12 h x 16 w in (30 x 41 cm)

Provenance: Collection of Robert Henry Adams

This work will ship from Chicago, Illinois.

Condition

Work is in good condition. Surface dust and a some minor points of inpainting. Otherwise, work presents well. Framed without glazing measuring 17 x 21 x 2 inches.

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Ruth Bohan, Chicago Lights

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Feb 27, 2026 12:00 PM EST

Chicago, IL, United States

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