Lot description
Louis Kronberg (American, 1872-1965), Portrait of Elizabeth Post, 1915, oil on canvas depicting an elderly woman identified on the verso as Elizabeth Post. The sitter is shown seated in a composed, dignified pose, wearing a bonnet and draped shawl, rendered in soft, naturalistic tones with refined brushwork. The painting is signed lower left and dated 1915, with an additional star mark adjacent to the signature. Presented in a decorative hand-painted frame with foliate motifs. The verso retains multiple labels and inscriptions, including a printed label identifying the artist and title, a handwritten label reading Elizabeth Post, an additional partially obscured gallery label reading The last of the Macartney heirs, and an R. H. Love Galleries, Inc. label with inventory notation R-788/10420. Work Size: 36 x 28 in. Dimensions: 45 X 35.5 X 1 in. Condition: Good to fair overall antique condition with typical age-related surface wear. The painting exhibits visible scratches and areas of wear along the lower portion. The surface shows expected craquelure and toning consistent with age. The frame shows wear to edges and painted decoration, including losses and surface abrasions. Note: This condition statement is provided as a courtesy and reflects an opinion, not a statement of fact. Bidders are encouraged to inspect items in person or through an agent to assess condition. Estate fresh to the market. Shipping Information: Hill Auction Gallery does not offer in-house packing or shipping services. As a courtesy, we are pleased to refer trusted third-party shipping providers for buyer convenience. Buyers are encouraged to contact shippers directly to obtain packing quotes, shipping rates, insurance options, and estimated transit times. Additional local, domestic, and international shipper referrals may be available upon request. Parcel Shipping Providers: First Class Shipping Center, 11700 NW 41st Street, Coral Springs, FL. Phone (754) 800-7674. Email 1shippingcenter@gmail.com. Mr. Ship Pro, 7838 NW 44th St, Sunrise, FL 33351. Phone (305) 783-9504. Email roberto@mrshippro.com. The UPS Store #2881, 11110 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Sunrise, FL 33351. Phone (954) 572-4004. Email store2881@theupsstore.com. Freight & Large Item Shipping / Local Florida Delivery: Available through independent providers. Please contact info@hillauctiongallery.com for referrals based on item size, location, and delivery requirements.