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2024 Spring Cleaning Auction

John Costigan Charcoal Drawing of Butch the Dog

This auction ended on June 20, 2024.

Start price: $5

Estimated price: $10 - $10,000

Buyer's Premium: 23%

Sold for: $110

Description

Item/Description: Charming framed John Costigan charcoal drawing of beloved pet dog, Butch. Left facing profile. Lifelike detail and hues. Artist’s signature in pencil lower right: Butch by J. E. Costigan, N.A. 1953.
John Edward Costigan NA (American, 1888-1972) was an American artist. In 1928, he became a member of the National Academy of Design.

Material: Charcoal, paper, wood, acrylic

Dimensions: Image size: Height: 10"; Width: 12 1/4". Framed: Height:16 3/4 "; Width: 18"

Condition: Very Good. Art not examined out of frame. No visible tears, rips. Surface use and age wear includes discoloration, aging.

Age: 1953

Provenance: Private estate

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