The Collection of John and Virginia Duncan - Session I
Wed, Oct 19, 2022 10:00AM EDT
Lot 645
Christopher Murphy Jr., Barnard and Bryan St., Ink
Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $10 |
| $100 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $30,000 | $2,500 |
| $150,000 | $5,000 |
| $300,000 | $10,000 |
Property from the Collection of John and Virginia Duncan, Savannah, GA
Description:
Christopher Murphy Jr. (Savannah, 1902-1973), Northwest Corner of Barnard and Bryan St., Ink on Paper, signed lower right, depicting 'Ye Olde Silver Tavern' and 'Kolgaklis' shop fronts, with figures, with typed collectors label, obituary clipping for 'Kalliope "Ope" Kolgaklis Stevens', part of the Kolgaklis Tobacco Savannah family business, matted and framed. Frame size: 24 3/8 in. x 28 1/4 in.Christopher Murphy Jr. was a notable 20th century Savannah, Georgia artist. Murphy's artistic education started early as both of his parents were respected Savannah artists, and continued with formal training at the Art Students League. His superior technical skills allowed him to work in a variety of mediums and subject matter and he is best known for his city and landscape scenes of his home town Savannah. He was an active member of the Savannah Art Club and taught art classes around town. During his career his work was exhibited at the National Academy of Design, Art Institute of Chicago, New York Watercolor Club, American Watercolor Society, Sesquicentennial Exposition in Philadelphia, Whitney Museum, Victoria and Albert Museum, and the Southern Art League. His work is held in the permanent collections of the Morris Museum and the Telfair as well as in various private collections.
Measurements: Height: by sight 16 in. x Width: 20 in.
Condition:
Good condition, paper lightly toned, some foxing, not viewed out of frame, light wear to frame.
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