Bidspirit auction | Rachel V. Hartley (1884 -

Rachel V. Hartley (1884 - 1955) American - Rachel V. Hartley (1884 - 1955) Watercolor on paper, signed lower right, piece measures 6 x 9 and 12 x 15 inches w/frame. Born in New York City, she was the granddaughter of George Inness and the daughter of sculptor Jonathan Hartley. She began to paint and sketch at age 10. She studied at the Art Students League of New York and later there became a teacher. She is known for American Impressionism. She was friends with Sgt. Whistler and Hassam. She later studied art in Paris and the French influence is seen in her best works. She is listed in ”Benezit” among other prestigious American publications. Condition: The absence of a condition report does not imply an object is free of defects. All items may have normal signs of age and wear commensurate with their age; these issues will likely not be mentioned in the condition report. Please contact the auction house before the auction with any condition questions. Questions about condition will not be answered after purchase. Condition reports are provided as a courtesy, and we are not responsible for any errors or omissions. Important note on frames: Frames are not guaranteed to be in the same condition as they are in the item photograph. Due to handling and shipping, many frames, especially antique ones, are prone to losses. If you have questions about the condition of a frame, please contact us prior to the auction.