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Arthur Bowen Davies 1862 - 1928
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Arthur Bowen Davies
- Leda and the Dioscuri
- signed A.B. Davies, l.l.
- oil on canvas
- 26 by 40 in.
- 66 by 101.6 cm.
- Painted in 1905
Provenance
Emily Crane Chadbourne
Acquired as a gift from the above by the present owners
Condition
Canvas is not lined (a panel is behind the canvas). SURFACE: in good condition, generally; darker areas (mountains) appear to be thinly painted and weave shows through in several places UNDER ULTRA VIOLET: difficult to see through old varnish--spots do fluorersce in the darker areas mentioned above--this is probably strengthening; there are a few dots/dashes to figure of Leda
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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.