Christopher Murphy Jr. (1902-1973), 6 Small Sketches

Property from the Murphy Family Estate Collection, Savannah, GA Description: Christopher Murphy Jr. (Sav, 1902-1973), 6 Various Small Sketches, comprising an ink sketch of church entrance with figures and small sketch of a standing and praying figures below, small sketch of staircases and figures below (toning and foxing to paper, with central folding crease), a pencil drawing with street view and a figure with stamp 'from the desk of - Wallin & Comer' on verso (minor foxing to paper), an ink sketch of a bridge and figures in front with pencil street views sketches on verso (folded paper, with minor foxing), pencil street sketch with figures on verso of Durant Automobiles advertisement card (minor foxing and toning to paper), pencil sketch of standing workers on verso of Durant Automobiles advertisement card (toning to paper), ink sketch of street scene on envelope fragment (mat burn and torn left side); all unsigned and unframed. Provenance: descended from the artist to the Christopher P.H. Murphy family collection. Christopher Murphy Jr. was a notable 20th century Savannah, Georgia artist. Murphy's artistic education started early as both of his parents were respected Savannah artists, and continued with formal training at the Art Students League. His superior technical skills allowed him to work in a variety of mediums and subject matter and he is best known for his city and landscape scenes of his home town Savannah. He was an active member of the Savannah Art Club and taught art classes around town. During his career his work was exhibited at the National Academy of Design, Art Institute of Chicago, New York Watercolor Club, American Watercolor Society, Sesquicentennial Exposition in Philadelphia, Whitney Museum, Victoria and Albert Museum, and the Southern Art League. His work is held in the permanent collections of the Morris Museum and the Telfair as well as in various private collections.Measurements: Height: of Church portal sketch 10 in. x Width: 7 1/2 in. Condition: Please note the first group image is not scaled to size. Overall good condition, see description for details. Notice to bidders: The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the conditions of aging. PHOTOS MAY ALSO ACT AS A CONDITION REPORT. Please review all photos closely prior to bidding. Complete condition reports are available by request, no later than 24 hours prior to the live auction. All lots are offered and sold 'AS IS', and Everard Auctions will not provide refunds based on condition. Timepiece movements, lighting and electrics have not been tested, and art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated. We do not guarantee the condition of frames. By placing a bid, either in person, by phone, absentee or via the Internet, you signify that you agree to be bound by the conditions of sale. Everard Auctions does not provide any shipping or packing services. We recommend that all potential buyers obtain pack/ship estimates prior to bidding. Please contact us for a list of recommended shippers.

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