Frank Weston Benson (American, 1862-1951) Two Proof Impressions of Canvasbacks

Frank Weston Benson (American, 1862-1951)

Two Proof Impressions of Canvasbacks, 1926, proofs A-7 and B-3 (Paff, 261). Both signed "FrankWBenson." in pencil l.l. and with pencil annotations l.l. Etchings on laid paper (different watermarks), plate sizes 5 7/8 x 11 3/4 in. (14.8 x 29.8 cm), unmatted, unframed.
Condition: Deckled upper edge to A, unobtrusive soiling and handling creases to margins of A.

Provenance: Descended within the family of the artist.

N.B. Paff describes only one trial state, so the impression marked B-3, which shows the completed composition, may in fact be a trial of the published state.