Contemporary, Fine, Folk and Outsider Art
Thu, Jun 5, 2025 12:00PM EDT
Lot 341
HUYGHUE, Samuel Douglas Smith (Canadian, 1815-1891). Little...
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
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HUYGHUE, Samuel Douglas Smith (Canadian, 1815-1891). Little River Falls, St John. Ink wash on paper laid to paper. 7 x 9". Sheet 8 ? x 12". Unsigned. Unframed. Huyghue was a poet, author, artist, civil servant and journalist. He is remembered for his sketches and watercolors of regional Canada and for his poetry and writing. He eventually moved in Australia in 1852. His most well-known artwork is the Eureka Stockade in the collection of the Ballarat Fine Art Gallery in Victoria, Australia. It is the oldest regional art gallery in Australia. He remained in Australia until his death in 1891 reflecting a life dedicated to public service and cultural advocacy. Provenance: Purchased in Australia from Tyrell's, Sydney. Paper trimmed and toned. Light foxing marks. Overall good condition.
