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Francis A. Silva 1835-1886
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- Francis A. Silva
- Keyport, New Jersey 1883
- signed F.A. SILVA, dated 1883, and inscribed Keyport NJ 1883, l.r.
- oil on canvas
- 9 by 18 in.
- 22.9 by 45.7 cm.
Provenance
Richmond Galleries, Staten Island
Purchased at the above by the present owner's father, 1993
By descent to the present owner
Purchased at the above by the present owner's father, 1993
By descent to the present owner
Condition
The canvas is lined. SURFACE: In good condition. Craquelure throughout. Frame abrasion along the right edge. Thin areas visible at bottom center. UNDER UV: Inpainting: one large spot to address craquelure in the center left portion of the sky, several smaller spots to the left in the sky, several smaller spots at center in the foliage.
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.