Napier Waller, The Ring, 1923, wood engraving no. 28-50 proof

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The Ring

Napier Waller (Australian, 1893–1972) · 1923

A$2,100 price realized incl. premium

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Medium: Woodcut / linocut · Prints & multiples all woodcut / linocut results →
As published: “wood engraving no. 28-50 proof”
Support: Panel
Edition: editioned, titled and signed below image
Signed / inscribed: Initialled in plate
Category: Etchings
Dimensions: 28.5 x 22cm, frame size: 47 x 37cm
Auction house: Leonard Joel
Sale: Prints & Multiples (LJ8389) (LJ8389)
Date: November 18, 2020
Location: 333 Malvern Rd, South Yarra 3141, Australia
Lot: 29
Estimate: A$800 – A$1,200 (≈ $585 – $878) (≈ £441 – £661) (≈ €493 – €740)
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