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Lea Nikel 1918-2005
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Lea Nikel
- Untitled
- signed Lea Nikel and dated 56 (lower center); signed, dated and inscribed in Hebrew (on the reverse)
- oil on canvas
- 28 3/4 by 21 1/2 in.
- 73 by 54.6 cm.
- Painted in 1956.
Provenance
Acquired by the family of the present owner
Thence by descent
Condition
Canvas not lined. Overall good condition. Craquelure in upper right quadrant, particularly along the right edge. Small area of pigment separation in the black brushstrokes center left. Some paintbrush hairs center right. Possible frame abrasions from previous frame. Under UV: brushstroke or varnish behind date and signature flouresces. No apparent 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.