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19th c. Oil on Canvas by Thomas Waterman Wood

Sold for $475 at Diederich Auction Gallery on May 10, 2026.

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19th c. Oil on Canvas by Thomas Waterman Wood Thomas Waterman Wood (American,1823-1903) Originally from Vermont, painted at locations around America including Louisville in the mid 19th c. Showing a man enjoying a pipe in what is thought to be a recollection of Wood's European visits. Housed in an ornate and substantial frame which is thought to be the original frame to the painting. Painting is in very good condition and has been cleaned and relined. Frame is in good condition as well and measures 21 3/4" by 17 3/4" with sight measurement being 13 1/2" by 9 1/2" Signed by artist (T.W. Wood) lower left and dated 1888. Provenance: From a private collection in Central Kentucky

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