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The Observatory by Sydney Ure Smith, 1919, Drypoint Etching 16/25 (proofs), sold Aug 2020Photo © Davidson Auctions — view this lot on Davidson Auctions ↗

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The Observatory

Sydney Ure Smith (Australian, 1887–1949) · 1919

A$475 hammer

≈ $340≈ £259≈ €287

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Medium
Drypoint · Prints & multiples all drypoint results →
As published: “Drypoint Etching 16/25 (proofs)”
Edition
16/25
Category
Etchings
Dimensions
10x10cm
Auction house
Davidson Auctions
Sale
Fine Art, featuring the David Angeloro Collection of Australian Sculpture (Sale 142) (142)
Date
August 16, 2020
Location
Sydney, Australia
Lot
361
Estimate
A$150 – A$300 (≈ $107 – $214) (≈ £82 – £164) (≈ €91 – €182)
Source
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Fine Art, featuring the David Angeloro Collection of Australian Sculpture (Sale 142) · Davidson Auctions · Aug 16, 2020

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Davidson Auctions · Aug 16, 2020A$17,000 ≈ $12,153 ≈ £9,277 ≈ €10,287Sign up free to see price

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