Description
American School, Group of Four Portrait Silhouettes, 19th century, comprising: one gentleman, ink on paper, 1828, illegibly inscribed and dated to reverse, ebonized wood frame, one gentleman hollow-cut and cut-out silhouette with ink and pencil embellishments, giltwood frame, one young woman cut-out, ebonized wood frame and one of a lady with a high collar cut-out silhouette, ebonized and giltwood frame. Largest image: 4.25" H x 3.25" W; frame: 6" H x 5" W x 1" D. Provenance: The Estate of Alton G. Marshall, former aide to Nelson Rockefeller and President of Rockefeller Center. Keywords: Antiques, Drawings, Cut paper, Cut and Paste, Works on Paper, Collage, Portraiture, Figure in Profile, Figural, Figurative, Americana, 19th Century Art
Condition
Toning, mat burn. This condition report is provided as a courtesy to assist potential bidders and is a matter of opinion, not a statement of fact, and should not be considered a substitute for professional advice. Bidders are strongly encouraged to conduct their own due diligence regarding the condition of the lot. The absence of a condition report does not imply that there are no condition issues with the lot. Our assessment is based on visual inspection. Unless specifically noted, items have not been examined under UV light. Similarly, timepiece movements, lighting, and electrical components have not been tested. Artworks are typically not examined out of their frames unless otherwise stated. While we strive to provide accurate information, Auctions at Showplace is not a professional conservator or restorer. Therefore, this report should not be interpreted as a comprehensive description of the lot's condition. The provided images form part of this condition report and should be carefully reviewed. All sales are final. Please call us at 212-633-6063 X 808 or email us at auctions@nyshowplace.com to make an appointment for in-person inspection.
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American School Portrait Silhouettes, 4
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Titans of New York Auction, June 11
Jun 11, 2026 11:00 AM EDTAstoria, NY, United States
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