Lot of 4 19th century Tattoo Drawings

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Lot of 4 19th century Tattoo Drawings

Lot of four 19th century framed pencil and red watercolor drawings. Originally part of I. Requier's sketchbook (a tattoo artist). Original prices noted on works. Exhibited at the American Museum of Folk Art. Dimensions: (overall): 11.25"h x 9.25"w Liberty: 8.5"h x 5.5"w George Washington: 6"h x 6"w Union shield: 7"h x 5.5"w Handshake bunting: 7.5"h x 6.5"w Group weighs 5lbs Processing and shipping within the continental U.S $45 plus a 1.5% replacement cost insurance fee. Discounts given on combined lot shipping.

Provenance:Purchased from Balish Antiques at the Madison Square Gardens Antique Show, 1956.

Condition:

Good, did not examine out of frames. Please see photos.

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Estimate: $1,000 - $2,500

Price Realized Including Buyer's Premium

$575

10/01/2023

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