James D. Julia: Winter Antiques & Fine Art Auction - Day 1: Lot 133
GEORGE BENJAMIN LUKS (American, 1867-1933) "THE TENTH ROUND"
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GEORGE BENJAMIN LUKS (American, 1867-1933) "THE TENTH ROUND". Oil on canvas half portrait of a boxer. The man is seen with arms across his bare chest, one boxing glove is showing. His head is held up in triumphant mode and a winning smile is on his face. A wonderful expression. A greenish black background. Signed lower right "George Luks 1902". Housed in an ebonized wide carved wood frame with thin gold liner which has a title and artist plaque attached. NOTE: We have been told by the consignor that prior to lining the painting was signed and dated on reverse. It is possible that this is a self portrait. Luks was known to fabricate tales of his boxing career as "Chicago Whitey". SIZE: 27" x 21". CONDITION: Relined with some inpainting and restoration. 9-72120
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