The Butterfly by Robert Herdman-Smith, etching, sold Feb 2022

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The Butterfly

Robert Herdman-Smith (New Zealand, 1879–1945)

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Medium: Etching · Prints & multiples all etching results →
As published: “etching”
Signed / inscribed: Signed in pencil
Category: Etchings
Dimensions: 17.5 x 12.5cm
Auction house: Gorringe's
Sale: Gorringes Weekly Antiques Sale - Monday 21st February 2022 (srgo10289)
Date: February 21, 2022
Location: Lewes, United Kingdom
Lot: 579
Estimate: £80 – £120 (≈ $109 – $163) (≈ €96 – €144)
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