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Major Fine Art, Silver, & Antiques - June Day 2

Sun, Jun 8, 2025 11:00AM EDT
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Over 900 lots will be offered in day 2 of our 2 day auction weekend! There are multiple lots of important fine art from landscapes and etchings to old masters and portraits. We have a Fantastic Rare 1890s Russian Faberge Imperial Desk Clock, Oriental Rugs, Sterling Silver, Rare Books, Old Master Paintings, Asian Antiquities, and more!
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Lot 1589

Manon Cleary (1941-2011) American, Oil on Canvas Portrait

Estimate: $600 - $1,000
Starting Bid
$300

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Manon Cleary (1941-2011) American, Oil on Canvas Portrait.  Signed on verso in upper left. 

A striking side portrait of a woman utilizing principles of chiaroscuro to cast a powerful light across her face, emphasizing her features against a dark backdrop and dress. Framed.

Condition: Spotting on verso. 

Overall Size: 31 x 21 in. 

Sight Size: 30 x 20 in. 


Manon Cleary (1942–2011) was an American realist painter celebrated for her provocative and meticulously detailed works. Born in St. Louis, Missouri, she studied at Washington University before earning her MFA from Temple University’s Tyler School of Art. Cleary gained recognition for her photorealistic paintings, which often explored themes of intimacy, vulnerability, and the human condition. Her work included portraits, still lives, and provocative self-portraits that challenged societal norms and expectations. Cleary taught at the University of the District of Columbia for over 30 years, leaving a lasting impact on her students and the art world. Her paintings are held in numerous public and private collections.

Spotting on verso. 

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31 x 21 in.