Lot 6
  • 6

Franz Xaver Petter

Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 GBP
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Description

  • Franz Xaver Petter
  • Still-Leben mit Obst und Blumen (still life with fruit and flowers)
  • signed F Petter 1812 lower right
  • oil on canvas
  • 59 by 47cm., 23¼ by 18½in.

Provenance

Sale: Sotheby's New York, 23 May 1996, lot 11

Condition

The canvas has been relined. There is a small area of retouching (1cm x 1cm) to the lower most dark grapes (only visible under ultraviolet light). The work is in overall good condition, with minimal scattered light craquelure to the painted surface. Held in a decorative bronze-effect moulded plaster and wood frame with beading.
"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."