Dayrell Kortheuer (NC/NY, 1906-1995), "Mrs. Lee"

Oil on canvas on Masonite, signed in upper left "Dayrell Kortheuer," dated 1931 in upper right, presented in a very fine period, likely original, carved gilt and gesso frame (att. Newcomb Macklin and retaining a National Recovery Administration label).

SS 35.25 x 29.5 in.; DOA 41 x 35 in.

By descent in the artist's family

This was among Kortheuer's favorite paintings and was prominently displayed in his home.

$600 - 900