James McNeill Whistler (1834-1903), "The Forge"

Drypoint on Japanese paper, likely the sixth state, signed and dated in the plate at lower right "Whistler 1861," inscribed in pencil at lower left of page "J.I. #28" and "ams." at lower right, unframed. Plate 7 11/16 x 12.5 in.; Sheet 9 3/16 x 14 in.

Collection of the late Robert N. Cook, Jr., Graham, NC

Several scattered pinholes; scattered foxing; some toning; small tear at upper right corner with associated crease

$800 - 1,200