Artist: Clarence William Anderson (American, 1891–1971).
​Subject: A mare and her foal. This specific composition is characteristic of his mid-century portfolios, such as All Thoroughbreds (1948) or Post Parade (1949). The artwork captures the soft, anatomical precision Anderson was famous for.
​Medium: Likely an offset lithograph or a bookplate print. Anderson’s original fine art lithographs were often pencil-signed and numbered.
​Signature: The signature in the lower left/center (shown in the second image) is a printed signature that was part of the original plate, typical for commercial prints or book illustrations of that era.

​Approximate Size: 35cm x 47cm
​Frame: The gold-toned wood frame with a "distressed" or "crackle" finish is consistent with mid-20th-century framing styles (1940s–1950s).
​Condition Report
​Artwork: There is visible water staining/foxing along the bottom edge and corners (noted in the third image). This occurs when moisture gets trapped under the glass or seeps through the backing.
​Frame: The frame shows some "foxing" or oxidation on the finish, which is common for its age.
​Note: The paper appears to have some "toning" (yellowing), which is a natural aging process for vintage paper.
​Value & Provenance
​Provenance: These prints were often sold in portfolios by publishers like Harper & Brothers or as standalone decor in the 1950s.

Estimate Value:

R500 - R1,200

CONTACT DETAILS:

Auctioneer: Dirsan

Contact No: 082 235 8456

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