Arthur Smith Gray (American, 1884-1976) Portrait
Arthur Smith Gray (American, 1884-1976) Portraits of Women (four works), circa 1930s Gelatin silver prints 13-1/2 x 10-1/2 inches (34.3 x 26.7 cm) (images) 14 x 11 inches (sheets) Each with photographer's estate stamp, verso. HID03101062020 © 2020 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
Condition Report: Overall very good condition. Some scattered silver mirroring, hairline scratches, and faint indentations visible under raking light. Some creasing, bumping, and discoloration to sheet margins, not affecting the images and not visible when mats are closed. Woman in a fur hat: more pronounced silver mirroring to darkest tones. A very few faint smudges to right side of image, visible under raking light. Woman with her hand on her shoulder: discolored adhesive residue on verso, not affecting the image. Each sheet hinged to board. Window mats measure 20 by 16 inches each. Not framed.
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Arthur Smith Gray (American, 1884-1976) Portraits of Women (four works), circa 1930s Gelatin silver prints 13-1/2 x 10-1/2 inches (34.3 x 26.7 cm) (images) 14 x 11 inches (sheets) Each with photographer's estate stamp, verso. HID03101062020 © 2020 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
Condition Report: Overall very good condition. Some scattered silver mirroring, hairline scratches, and faint indentations visible under raking light. Some creasing, bumping, and discoloration to sheet margins, not affecting the images and not visible when mats are closed. Woman in a fur hat: more pronounced silver mirroring to darkest tones. A very few faint smudges to right side of image, visible under raking light. Woman with her hand on her shoulder: discolored adhesive residue on verso, not affecting the image. Each sheet hinged to board. Window mats measure 20 by 16 inches each. Not framed.
Heritage Auctions strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Heritage regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only And should Not be relied upon as statements of fact, And do Not constitute a representation, warranty, Or assumption of liability by Heritage. All lots offered are sold "As Is"
Buyer's Premium per Lot:
25% on the first $300,000 (minimum $49), plus 20% of any amount between $300,001 and $3,000,000, plus 12.5% of any amount over $3,000,001 per lot.
