Paul Weber

Lot 360 PAUL WEBER (american 1823-1916) LANDSCAPES A group of five (5) graphite sketches each with estate stamp signature; one with hand-coloring. Various sizes, largest: 5 x 8 1/8 in. Unframed. (5) Estimate $200-400 Descriptions provided in both printed and on-line catalogue formats do not include condition reports. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid, prior to placing a bid. All transactions are governed by Freeman's Conditions of Sale.

Artist: Weber, Paul and unknown Title: Braddock's Battle Field and Fort Duquesne Date: circa 1870 Medium: steel engravings with later hand coloring Dimensions: 4 1/8 x 6 inches and 4 3/8 x 7 inches Edition: from 19th Century Illustrated newspapers Signature: signed in the plate and engraved by

, l.l. oil on canvas born in darmstadt, germany, paul weber first traveled to the united stattes in 1848 at the age of 25. after settling in philadelphia, weber began to exhibit frequnetly at the pennsylvania academy of the fine arts, as well as at the national academy of design in new york, the boston athenaeum and the paris salon. weber's mastery of draughtsmanship and keen observation of nature are hallmarks of his german training, and are also evident in the works of william trost richards and william stanley haseltine, both of whom were students of weber's in philadelphia. in 1860 the artsist returned to his native germany, where he was named court painter in darmstadt. provenance: alexander gallery, new york acquired by the present owner from the above, 1978 exhibited: (probably) philadelphia, pennsylvania, the pennsylvania academy of the fine arts, 1856 this lot is sold subject to sotheby's conditions of sale. as stated in the conditions, all lots are sold on an "as is" basis. prospective bidders should review the conditions and buying at auction guide.