Lot 339
  • 339

Gustav Klimt

Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
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Description

  • Gustav Klimt
  • Stehender akt nach links
  • Inscribed by Franziska Klimt Zeichnung von Gustav Klimt bestätigt Franziska Klimt (on the verso)
  • Pencil on paper
  • 22 by 14 5/8 in.
  • 56 by 37 cm

Provenance

Franziska Klimt, Vienna
Walter Glaas, Vienna (with his collection stamp)
Sale: Dorotheum, Vienna, December 15, 1988, lot 2305
Private Collection, Japan (sold: Sotheby's, New York, May 9, 2001, lot 404)
Acquired at the above sale by the current owner

Literature

Alice Strobl, Gustav Klimt, Die Zechnungen, Nachtrag 1878-1918, vol. 4, Salzburg, 1989, no. 3628, illustrated p. 171

Condition

Sheet is taped along reverse into the window mat. There is a repair to a loss which is about ½ long, 3 inches to the right of her hand near right edge. Sheet is slightly wavy and has natural fibers which are slightly darkened. Numerous scattered tiny fox marks throughout.
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.