Lot 142
  • 142

Francis Luis Mora 1874-1940

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • Francis Luis Mora
  • Spanish Lady
  • signed F. Luis Mora and dated 1916 (lower left)
  • oil on canvas
  • 30 by 25 in.
  • 76.2 by 63.5 cm.

Condition

Canvas is not lined. SURFACE: in fairly good condition; craquelure and flaking scattered on the whites of subject's lacy mantilla and the blues of her fan (background doesn't seem to be affected UNDER ULTRA VIOLET: scattered repaints, mostly as fill-in for the flaking mentioned above and in those areas--on her mantilla, on her fan, at upper right; aside from this--a couple of small spots on her nose and right side of her face; a few spots in the background at left
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.
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