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William Louis Sonntag
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
- William Louis Sonntag
- Harper's Ferry
- signed WL Sonntag and dated 1864, l.r.
- oil on canvas laid down on board
- 34 by 54 in.
- 86.4 by 137.2 cm.
Condition
The canvas has been laid down. SURFACE: A thick, yellow, and uneven varnish covers the entire surface. It is particularly noticeable in the sky. UNDER ULTRA VIOLET: There is a masking varnish which may hide previous inpainting or repairs. There are abrasions noticeably in the cliffs at center right, in the reflections of the cliffs in the water, and in the sky.
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.