Lot 133
  • 133

Albert Bierstadt 1830-1902

Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description

  • Albert Bierstadt
  • Green Butterfly
  • signed Albert Bierstadt, l.l.
  • oil and pencil on paper
  • 4 1/2 by 8 in.
  • 11.5 by 20.3 cm.

Provenance

By descent in the family of the present owners (since the late 1800s)

Condition

in good condition, generally; a hard vertical crease through center of sheet--typcial of these works by Bierstadt, which were folded over by the artist when he created them--in this case the crease has caused the sheet to split for about two inches; upper left corner is missing (cut-off); are few scattered soft creases; sheet is hinged to backing with two pieces of white tape along the upper edge, verso
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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