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“The Maitre d’”

Circa 1900

About the Item

Here for your consideration is a comical take on the position of maitre d’. Unsigned. Framed in a new African mahogany frame. Overall measurements are 25.5 by 17.5 inches. Oil paint on original fiberboard. Most likely American of the Ashcan School. Circa 1900. Condition is good. Provenance: A Brooklyn, New York collector.
  • Creation Year:
    Circa 1900
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 24 in (60.96 cm)Width: 16 in (40.64 cm)Depth: 0.25 in (6.35 mm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    All four corners including both sides middle have be reinforced from the back. Old restorations to right top corner and above the head of the figure. Small old restorations to bottom left and right corners. Condition overall is good.
  • Gallery Location:
    Southampton, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU14112537812
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