- 102
Paul Cornoyer 1864 - 1923
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- Paul Cornoyer
- A Red Roof in the Trees
- oil on canvas
- 27 by 22 in.
- 68.6 by 55.9 cm.
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist as a gift
By descent to the present owner from the above
Condition
The canvas is not lined. SURFACE: A 1 inch, T-shaped tear through the canvas at lower right center just below the brown fence with associated pigment loss. Tear visible on the reverse. Minor scattered pigment losses appear as minute white spots. A small label affixed to the lower left corner reads '31'. Gold colored pigment at top center, upper left, and center right edges the result of frame retouching. UNDER UV: Light blue pigments in the sky and light green pigments in the foliage flouresce though probably not the result of inpainting.
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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.