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Austin C. Wooster active 1864-1913
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Austin C. Wooster
- A Basket of Oranges
- signed A.C. Wooster and dated 1918, l.r.
- oil on canvas
- 14 by 18 in.
- 35.5 by 45.8 cm.
Condition
Canvas is not lined. SURFACE: dirty varnish has darkened surface--appears to need a good cleaning; a small puncture at upper right, just left of basket--a piece of thick, gray metallic tape is attached to the reverse behind it to protect canvas; stretcher marks; a horizontal surface scratch at lower center UNDER ULTRA VIOLET: difficult to see through old varnish--does not appear to be any inpainting
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.