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Lot #23: Edward Porter Signed Ltd. Ed. Etching "Capt’n Jack" – Marlborough Godard Provenance

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Location:

Concession 5 Rd. E., Hamilton, ON, L8N 2Z7

Pickup:

Sat, March 28 2026 Category A: 11:00 AM - 02:30 PM

A rare, large-scale original etching titled "Capt’n Jack" by acclaimed Canadian printmaker and long-time NSCAD professor Edward (Ed) Porter (MFA Yale, 1961). This piece dates from the prestigious Marlborough Godard era (c. 1972-1977), a definitive period in Canadian art history when the gallery partnered with the world-renowned Marlborough international galleries. Key Features: Artist: Edward Porter. His work is held in the permanent collections of the National Gallery of Canada, the Philadelphia Museum, and the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia. Medium: Original signed etching. Porter is celebrated for his focus on maritime and coastal themes. Limited Edition: Numbered 14/50 in pencil; a small run that increases its rarity and collector appeal. Dimensions: Approximately 26” x 30” (framed). A significant, statement-sized piece for this artist. Provenance: Professionally framed and originally sold by one of Canada’s premiere art galleries: Marlborough Godard (Toronto/Montreal). Includes original gallery labels and an "Art Rental Service" sticker on the reverse, confirming its historical exhibition history. Condition: Professionally gallery-framed and matted. Excellent vintage condition (see photos for back-of-frame gallery stickers). Ready to hang. Pickup category timeslot {A}

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Only Available Pickup Date/Time: Sat, March 28 2026 Category A: 11:00 AM - 02:30 PM

Pickup Location:  Concession 5 Rd. E., Hamilton, ON, L8N 2Z7 View Map (opens in new window)


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