JOHN LA FARGE (American, 1835-1910). STUDY FOR A WINDOW, watercolor and graphite - Sight: 14 3/4 in. x 3 1/2 in. Estimate $5,000-7,000
This watercolor is a study for a church window at The Old Stone Presbyterian Church on Public Square in Cleveland , Ohio. The window was given to the church by Secretary of State John Hay
PROVENANCE:
Given by the artist to John Hay, and by descent to the present owner.
1555 - JOHN LA FARGE - STUDY FOR A WINDOW - board slightly yellowed - face of board laid down onto reverse of mat - which appears original. Pinhole at upper left on lintel and holes from drafting pins round architrave.
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