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Wednesday, September 27, 2023

This unique and beautiful piece of art features an abstract design of falling leaves and

wildflowers in vibrant colors with gilded highlights. This comes from the recent sale of the

prestigious estate of former ambassador to Switzerland, Faith Whittlesey.

She was appointed by Ronald Reagan.

The title is in French and translates to, "Who misses autumn?"

Created using handmade techniques, and is framed and matted for a professional look.

The handsome green mat enhances every color. The artwork is signed in pencil by the

artist and is part of a limited edition. It is numbered 25/60

The dimensions of the piece are 8 1/2 inches in length, 10 1/2 inches in height, and 1/2 inch in width.

It would make a lovely addition to any home or office, and is sure to be a conversation starter.

The artwork is an original, produced in the 1970s and is in excellent condition.

The golden wooden frame has some wear.

Handsome sepia colored, monochrome etching is in very good condition.

A shore bird seeks shelter on a warm window ledge.

Sweetest piping plover.

Artist signed, numbered and titled in pencil.

Low number in the limited edition. 5/60.

So much going on in this matted,framed, and numbered silver gelatin photo.

Chilly Bostonians attend to their business in the heart of the city next to

Boston Common, looking up towards the gold dome of the Massachusetts statehouse.

Some businesses are still here but most are gone, with some not forgotten. Late 1920s early 1930s?

I am unsure of the significance of this image, but it looks like a press photo.

It has been numbered 223/1000.

I hope more information would be available on the back of the photographic image.

8" x 10" image in a 14" x 17" (approx.) frame.

The frame is chippy and shabby but ready to hang.