Lot 110
  • 110

Christian-Aleth Bjorn

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description

  • Christian-Aleth Bjorn
  • View of Constantinople
  • signed Aleth Bjørn and dated 1890 (lower right)
  • oil on canvas
  • 14 by 27 5/8 in.
  • 35.5 by 70.1 cm

Provenance

Sale: Sotheby's, New York, March 8, 2000, lot 56, illustrated
Acquired at the above sale by the present owner

Condition

Unlined. Three patches on reverse each 2 by 1 inch in size. Diagonal scratch visible at upper right corner. Two visible areas of inpainting at boat at left and city scape at right which correspond to patchs on reverse. Under UV: Inpainting to address repaired tear to towered building at right.
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.