Lynn Bogue Hunt (American, 1878-1960), Irish Setter Portrait

Oil on canvas, signed at lower left, retains partial label to verso that appears to indicate New York location, framed. Stretcher size 20 x 15 in.; Frame dimensions 24 x 19 1/2 in. Skinner, Fine Paintings & Sculpture, September 19, 2014, Lot 456 Lynn Bogue Hunt was one of the foremost sporting artists and illustrators of the early 20th century. Born in New York and raised in Michigan, he developed a lifelong passion for hunting, fishing, and wildlife. After studying at Albion College and working for the Detroit Free Press, he moved to New York City in 1903, where he established a highly successful career as an illustrator. Hunt created approximately 250 magazine covers, including more than 100 for Field & Stream, illustrated numerous sporting books, and designed the 1939–1940 Federal Duck Stamp. An early conservationist and supporter of Ducks Unlimited, he was celebrated for his vivid depictions of wildlife and sporting life. Upon his death, The New York Times described him as "the Audubon of his time." Scattered nicks and surface grime; stretcher marks; some slack to canvas; abrasion with paint loss in the shape of an "M" upper right; scratch and two dents below; some craquelure.

Estimate:$650

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