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William M. Hart 1823-1894
Estimate
25,000 - 40,000 USD
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Description
- William M. Hart
- Mt. Lafayette, Franconia New Hampshire
- signed Wm. HART and dated 68, l.l.
- oil on canvas
- 30 1/2 by 50 1/2 in.
- 77.5 by 128.3 cm.
Provenance
Steppingstone Gallery, New York
Acquired by the present owner from the above, 1986
Acquired by the present owner from the above, 1986
Condition
Canvas is lined. Surface is somewhat compressed from relining--detail and color retention are fairly good; some skeining to areas which were thinly painted (sky; trees in midground at center/center left and water) Under UV: scattered dots/dashes of inpaint throughout--most of it along a wide band across upper part of painting (on sky nad upper part of mountains); can see no evidence of rips or tears--repaints look like craquelure fill-in and/or fill-in for small losses
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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.