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Lot 2244
THOMAS SPEIDEN CULVERWELL (AMERICAN, 1901-1977), ATTRIBUTED, ORIGINAL ILLUSTRATION OF CHARLES LINDBERGH
Estimate: $100 - $200
Sold for
$140.25
Sold Price includes BP
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THOMAS SPEIDEN CULVERWELL (AMERICAN, 1901-1977), ATTRIBUTED, ORIGINAL ILLUSTRATION OF CHARLES LINDBERGH, charcoal on paper, profile bust-length depiction of a figure wearing aviator's gear sighting through a navigational instrument. Housed in a modern frame. Circa 1927. 17" x 12" sight, 24" x 18 1/2" OA.
Catalogue Note: Born in Washington, DC, Thomas Speiden Culverwell (1901-1977) worked for many decades as a topographer and illustrator for the U.S. Forest Service. He also served with the Office of Strategic Services during World War II. The present illustration, an early example of the Culverwell's work, demonstrates the artist's skill.
Condition
Very good overall condition with minor toning. Not examined out of frame.
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Descended in the family of the artist.
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