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Robert Koehler 1850-1917
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- Robert Koehler
- First Snow
- signed Robt Koehler, u.r.
- oil on canvas
- 20 by 14 in.
- 50.8 by 35.6 cm.
- Painted circa 1895
Provenance
(Sale: Sotheby's, New York, May 28, 1987, lot 170)
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Condition
Canvas is lined. SURFACE: in good condition, generally; relining has compressed surface slightly with some scattered thin areas where canvas weave shows, but overall, there is good pigment retention UNDER ULTRA VIOLET: an area of inpainting in center (roughly in the shape of a 'V' on its side--each leg 4 in. long) may be a repaired tear--starts at her neck, goes to the top of her head and then extends left toward plant branches; a few spots above this; a thin line of intermittent spots where wall meets curtain at right
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.