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Leon Dolice (1892-1960) Cityscape Etching Framed
Estimate:
$10 - $10,000
Starting bid:
$5
Sold
$40
Live Auction
2024 Spring Cleaning Auction
Category
Description
Description: Item/Description: Signed New York cityscape etching of the Metlife Clock Tower Building (Metropolitan Life Insurance Company Tower Bridge) by renowned Viennese artist, Leon Dolice (1892-1960). Growing up as the son of a machinist, Dolice was exposed to welding and metal crafts. So promising was his talent, he was considered to become "one of the greatest etchers of all time."
New York cityscapes were Dolice's favored subjects and this etching depicts the iconic Metlife Clock Tower and bridge from the vantage point of a park. Artist signed lower right: Dolice. Matted. Simple painted wood frame. Hanging hardware.
Material: Paper, Ink, Wood
Dimensions: Image size: Height: 10 1/2"; Width: 6 3/4". Framed: Height: 17 1/4"; Width: 14 1/4"
Condition: Good. No signs of tears or damage to work. Wear includes foxing/ discoloration to paper and matting. Art not examined out of frame.
Age: c. 1950
Provenance: Private Estate
Shipping: All items from our Spring Cleaning Auction can be picked up in person at Taurus Auctions Fairlawn, NJ Gallery.
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Condition Reports: Please see all photos and read entire description before requesting condition reports. Please contact us before bidding if you require additional photos or have any questions regarding condition. Email admin@taurusauctions.com for all condition reports. See all Terms and Conditions prior to bidding.
Buyers premium: 18%
New York cityscapes were Dolice's favored subjects and this etching depicts the iconic Metlife Clock Tower and bridge from the vantage point of a park. Artist signed lower right: Dolice. Matted. Simple painted wood frame. Hanging hardware.
Material: Paper, Ink, Wood
Dimensions: Image size: Height: 10 1/2"; Width: 6 3/4". Framed: Height: 17 1/4"; Width: 14 1/4"
Condition: Good. No signs of tears or damage to work. Wear includes foxing/ discoloration to paper and matting. Art not examined out of frame.
Age: c. 1950
Provenance: Private Estate
Shipping: All items from our Spring Cleaning Auction can be picked up in person at Taurus Auctions Fairlawn, NJ Gallery.
Additional shipping options for each bidding platform:
- Taurus Auctions and Bid Spirit: Please contact our office so we can assist you with a list of Third-Party Shippers.
- Live Auctioneers: Any winning lots not picked up in-person will be quoted & shipped via Live Auctioneers' "LiveShipping".
Condition Reports: Please see all photos and read entire description before requesting condition reports. Please contact us before bidding if you require additional photos or have any questions regarding condition. Email admin@taurusauctions.com for all condition reports. See all Terms and Conditions prior to bidding.
Buyers premium: 18%