8.5x11 frame of 5.625x9.25 sketch. Initials A v W and dated 1875
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Dear Chis,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry. My sincere apologies for the huge delay with the appraisal
The presented object appears to be a drawing on paper with the measurements of 11 x 8.5 inches. The drawing depicts a young woman which stands in front of stairs with houses in the background. This scene is highly probable placed in an Italian city or village or perhaps in Rome. Arguments for is the costume of the woman and the architecture. The drawing is monographed with A v W and dated 1875. This drawing was made by the Prussian artist Anton Alexander VON WERNER (1843-1915).
Works by this artist were recently offered and sold on the international auction market.
This piece is in medium to good condition and there is no serious damage visible in the images provided.
A fair market estimation would be between 1.000 to 2.500 USD.
This estimate is based on actual recent past recorded auction sales of comparable items. Retail "asking prices" can be higher and may vary.
With kind regards,
George