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Frederick Elmiger
Frederick Elmiger (USA, 1890-1975) Portrait of Henry Bergh (Founder A.S.P.C.A.)
ca. 1970

$2,124.86List Price

About the Item

---------------------------------------------------------- I am leaving 1stDibs - Closing down sale ---------------------------------------------------------- Frederick Elmiger (American, 1890-1975) Henry Bergh – The Founder of the A.S.P.C.A. • Watercolour, gouache, Indian ink and possibly some oil paint on heavy paper • Sheet measures, ca. 44.5 x 57.5 • Signed and monogrammed Worldwide shipping for this object is complimentary - There are no additional charges for handling & delivery. The image depicts a street scene in 19th century New York in which Henry Bergh rebukes a carter, who is brutalizing his starving horse and making it drag the overloaded wagon. The here depicted Henry Bergh was the son of a German ship builder in New York and with the aid of his small private income, he spent most of his life fighting for laws protecting animals. Over fierce opposition and ridicule he obtained a charter in 1867 from State of New York forming the A.S.P.C.A. (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) and in 1875 a similar one covering the prevention of cruelty to children. By 1893 all states had adopted laws based on his original statutes. And the artist, who painted this dramatic scene was Frederick Elmiger (1890-1975), an American illustrator. He frequently produced series - often with historical themes - for the Donald Art Company in Port Chester, New York, who were publishers of posters, lithographs, and artists' prints. Frederick Elmiger died in 1975 in Larchmont, New York, USA. Condition: Along all four edges the sheet has tack holes, some insignificant tears & nibbles and glue traces, left by a previous mount. The image however itself is in very good condition. Once mounted, the painting will present very well – I reckon the visible image would end up measuring about 40 x 53 cm. I am Adrian Stuart Grond trading as ASGrond - Art & Antiques. Passionate collector, purveyor and artist. Here on 1stdibs I am offering Fine Art that I have collected over the last thirty years. Phantoms of Time - Things of the past - for you to add to your future and so enriching your life’s tapestry. I often choose to leave objects in the state I acquired them, chiefly to retain as much of their originality as possible, but also to leave open all options regarding the object’s future treatment and appearance. Examine the provided photographs and ask questions. I am here to assist you to my best of knowledge. Although I do of course accept returns, costs are incurred on both sides – so be sure you are confident regarding condition before purchase of any item. With some of the larger and or more valuable objects, I prefer to let 1stDibs handle delivery. However, most of my stock I deliver worldwide for free– so no extra costs on top of the sale price for those items. I do decline to accept responsibility for any declaration made to the customs authority concerning import and export. These include age, value and provenience and so on as well as the taxes concerning these. Meaning, you the buyer cover all incurring import costs, duties and taxes on your end. I pack the goods myself and very carefully. Where it makes sense, for environmental reasons I will use recycled packing materials. I ship using the Swiss Postal Priority Service and all shipments are fully insured. Thank you for your interest and please note, that I offer free worldwide shipping on most items.

Creator:
Frederick Elmiger (1890 - 1975, American)
Creation Year:
ca. 1970
Dimensions:
Height: 17.52 in (44.5 cm)Width: 22.64 in (57.5 cm)Depth: 0.04 in (1 mm)
Medium:
Paper,India Ink,Oil,Watercolor
Movement & Style:
Naturalistic
Period:
20th Century
Condition:
Gallery Location:
Meinisberg, CH
Reference Number:
Seller: Pri1stDibs: LU1668211398712

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