Elizabeth Boott Duveneck (1846-1888)
  "Little Lady Blanche" • oil on canvas, 57" x 39 1/2", SLR
   

 

The Louise and Alan Sellars Collection of
American Women Artists
1850-1940

The largest and most comprehensive collection of art
(public or private)by American Women artists is being offered
in its entirity for re-acquisition.


We are pleased to announce that this
monumental collection has been sold intact
and will be preserved, honored and expanded by a
major museum in the United States.
  
    An entire wing is being built that will become
the permanent home for the collection which will be
debuted in the fall of 2009.


"A rare opportunity to preserve this important historical
document for the future of our American culture"
Gerard D. Davis, The Sellars Collection

"A vital and missing piece of the puzzle
that is American Art History"
Clayton Bass, Walter Anderson Museum of Art


• Over 400 works representing over 260 artists.
   • Period represented 1850-1940.
   • Includes works from all regions of the United States.
   • Complete biographical research material for all artist
• Complete exhibiton records.
• Museum ready.

Featured in the April 1997 issue of "American Art Review"

Click here for sales information.

 Represented by Davis Fine Art, Inc.

INTRODUCTION - P.1
BACKGROUND - P.2
THE COLLECTION P. 3
COLLECTION NOTES - P.4
SALES INFORMATION - P.5
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