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Richmond Irwin Kelsey (1905 – 1987)
The Proposition
watercolor on paper
12.5 × 17 inches
signed lower right
Gathering Water at the Well
watercolor on paper laid on board
14 × 21 inches
signed lower left
The Meeting (1934)
watercolor on board
13.25 × 20 inches
signed and dated lower left
By the Side of the Road
watercolor on board
14 × 19 inches
signed lower left
Waving Good-Bye
watercolor on board
12 × 19.25 inches
signed lower right

By the Side of the Road

VERSO
Titled and inscribed

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PROVENANCE
The John J. “Jack” Mitchell Collection
Present owners, by descent

301

Richmond Irwin Kelsey

1905 – 1987

The Proposition
watercolor on paper
12.5 × 17 inches
signed lower right
Gathering Water at the Well
watercolor on paper laid on board
14 × 21 inches
signed lower left
The Meeting (1934)
watercolor on board
13.25 × 20 inches
signed and dated lower left
By the Side of the Road
watercolor on board
14 × 19 inches
signed lower left
Waving Good-Bye
watercolor on board
12 × 19.25 inches
signed lower right
Sold at Auction: $5,355
Condition ReportThe Proposition: As viewed through glass. Paper appears slightly yellowed, but appears to be in good condition otherwise. Colors are bright.

Gathering Water at the Well: As viewed through glass. Paper appears to be in good condition. Colors are bright.

The Meeting: As viewed through glass. Paper appears yellowed. Small stains in sky. Colors are slightly faded.

By the Side of the Road: As viewed through glass. Paper appears slightly yellowed. Colors are slightly faded, but paper appears to be in good condition.

Waving Good-Bye: As viewed through glass. Paper appears slightly yellowed, but otherwise is in good condition. Colors are bright.

Important Notice: Statements of condition are provided as a service to potential bidders; such statements are educated opinions and should not be regarded as facts. The Coeur d’Alene Art Auction has no responsibility for any errors or omissions.