SMITH, Dan, (American, 19th/20th Century): Stable Scene of Horses Domino, Fullerton, Holy Terror and Marquis, the very horses used to pull the artistic delivery wagons when delivering B. Altman products in the early years. Pastel on Paper Laid down on Canvas, sight size 21.5'' x 35.25'', signed lower right Dan Smith and dated 1899, gilded gesso frame, 28'' x 42''. This exact painting is addressed in the book 100 The First Century - A History of B. Altman & Company by John S. Burke. Provenance: John S. Burke Estate.
CONDITION: Repairable water damage in upper right corner, tears along right side, frame has some missing gesso with repair. Sold as is.