Help Decipher Artist Sig

[jpgharv29]

I know it's probably going to be impossible, but any thoughts on what this artist signature might be?

Bronze figure appears to date from the late-19th to early-20th C. 

I was able to ID the words: Bronze    Barbara Sherk (most likely the sitter/model) and what appears to be 'EDY(?)' at the end of the first word (most likely the artist/maker's signature).

Size approx: 12 in.

Thank you!

[argon38]

Have you had a look at the label under UV light? It's worth a try.

[jpgharv29]

Hadn't thought of that. I'll pick one up in the morning, thank you!

[donsdetour]

i use old photo filters: some times it helps.

Also pay with a digital photo editor can some time bring such out..

[jpgharv29]

Went out and purchased an $8 UV flashlight, but nothing 😞

[argon38]

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@jpgharv29 wrote:

Went out and purchased an $8 UV flashlight, but nothing 😞

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Oops! Sorry about that.

[sonomabarn67]

Those flashlights aren't really quality; Photoshop used to have an "Elements" version with many filters for cheap/ Even today you can get a monthly plan for $10 -

[melda58]

Sorry I can't help more but I don't think the letters at the end of the first line are EDY.

Rita

[jpgharv29]

@argon38 nothing to be sorry about, at least I own one now. 😉

@melda58  you're correct! There's definitely an 'ED' but no 'Y'