Freeman s sale demonstrates successes in American material
Ralph Cahoon (1910-1982), Washed Ashore. Sold for $32,760. Seaside scene achieves almost three times its pre-sale high estimate.
PHILADELPHIA, PA
.-Freemans announced the results of its April 27 American Furniture, Folk and Decorative Arts auction, which confirms Freemans place as a market leader for objects significant to American history. The 287-lot auction achieved an 82% sell-through rate. The auctions top lot, Washed Ashore by Ralph Cahoon (1910-1982), a playful Massachusetts beach scene, sold for $32,760.
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From the marble bust of George Washington to the Philadelphia Mourning items and Elm Treaty box, the results of this auction clearly show that Freemans excels in the realm of historical material, said Lynda Cain, Head of the American Furniture, Folk and Decorative Arts department. History sells, and its something we do exceptionally well.