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Lot description
Andrew John Henry Way (American, 1826–1888) Still Life with Bananas and Cherries in an Overturned Basket on Tabletop Signed 'A. J. H. Way.' bottom right; also with original preparer's label verso, oil on board 12 x 14 in. (30.5 x 35.6cm) Executed circa 1860s. Provenance Godel & Co., Inc., New York, New York. Acquired directly from the above on November 28, 1995 (as Still Life of Cherries). Collection of Dr. Douglas S. Holsclaw, Jr., Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania. Frame: 21 1/4 x 23 1/4 x 3 1/2 in. In overall good condition. With slight craquelure in the board, and a glossy finish. Examination under UV light reveals a thick layer of old greenish varnish, which makes it hard to read. Yet, we are able to notice very minor inpainting at bottom center on the ledge, and at upper center in the background. What appears to be minor retouching on the basket at center right, and at upper right - although those could be negatives from the excess of varnish. See specialist's pictures for more details.