WILLIAM RAPHAEL (CANADIAN, 1833-1914)

William Raphael
Canadian, 1833-1914
The Rival Beggars
Oil on canvas
Signed and dated 1861 Montreal, lower right. Two beggars standing in a doorway on the street, gilt frame.
Sight: 14 x 12 in. (35.6 x 30.5 cm.), Frame: 26.1 x 24.1 in. (66.3 x 61.2 cm.)
Condition Report: Some gesso losses to the gilt frame, with a small loss to the painting bottom center at the frame.Any condition statement is given as a courtesy to a client, is an opinion, and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Reference to condition written, oral or within a condition report shall not be regarded as a full account of condition and may not include all defects, alterations, or restorations. Absence of a condition report does not imply a lot is flawless or lacking imperfections or damage. Selkirk Auctioneers & Appraisers shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. Returns shall not be accepted on the basis of condition.