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The Art of New York Interiors: Decorated by Despont / Bastone / MAC II

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Lot 178

William L. Hawkins, large oil on board, c. 1982

Estimate: $15,000 - $25,000
Starting Bid
$10,000

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William L. Hawkins (American, 1895-1990), Broad Street, Columbus, inscribed "Brad (sic) St, / 171792 / Columbus SixYears", signed with the artist's birthday along the bottom, in wooden frame painted by the artist, 48"h x 48"w x 2.25"d

Provenance: From the Collection of Paul and SaraLee Pincus, NYC

 

 

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