Live Auction 2225Important American Paintings, Drawings and Sculpture
Christie’s roundel
Lot 97

Richard Edward Miller (1875-1943)

Young Woman Sewing

Closed2 December 2009

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USD 182,500

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Richard Edward Miller (1875-1943)
Young Woman Sewing
signed 'Miller' (lower left)
oil on canvas
28½ x 23½ in. (72.4 x 59.7 cm.)

Dr. George Byron Hayes, Paris, circa 1914.
By descent to the present owner.

Specialist note

Dr. George Byron Hayes, an American dentist, was awarded the Chevalier of the Legion of Honor by the French Government for his assistance during World War I. He was also awarded the Distinguished Service Medal from the United States Government for his exceptional service during the conflict.