SOLD
1,400.00USD+ (280.00) buyer's premium + applicable fees & taxes.
This item SOLD at 2009 Mar 20 @ 11:49UTC-6 : CST/MDT
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Ray Swanson (1937-2004). Lobster Business. 18" x 24" watercolor. signed lower right. (est $3,000-5,000) Literature: The Art of Ray Swanson, p. 36.
Auction Location:
1411 – 10th Ave South, Great Falls, Montana, 59405, United States
Previewing Details:
March 18: 9am-7pm
March 19: 9am-7pm
March 20: 8am-10pm
March 21: 8am-10pm
Buyer's Premiums:
| From (Incl.) | To (Excl.) | Premium |
| 0.00 |
Infinite |
20% |
Additional Fees:
Shipping Details:
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BUYERS’ PREMIUM
The purchase price paid by a buyer shall be the sum of the final floor bid plus an 18% buyer’s premium (20% for internet bidders). No extra fee will be charged if you pay by credit card.