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Alfred Gomersal Vickers
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Alfred Gomersal Vickers
- Gendarmenmarkt, Berlin
- inscribed verso: Gendarmen markt Berlin
- watercolour over pencil with bodycolour and gum arabic
- 25 by 37.8 cm.; 10 by 14 7/8 in.
Condition
The colours have remained fresh and strong. The paper has discoloured somewhat. These is particularly noticeable at the extreme edges of the sheet. There are one or two skillfully repaired tears at the edges of the sheet. The work has not been laid down. Overall the condition is in good condition.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
The present watercolour dates from circa 1833, when the artist was travelling in Europe. Vickers has chosen the Gendarmenmarkt, a magnificent square in Berlin, as his subject. The square is dominated by two domed structures, the Deutsche Dom and the Franzosische Dom, which were constructed between 1701 and 1785. The third major building, the Concert Hall, can just be seen in between the two churches. This was opened to the public in 1821.