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Adolph Gottlieb
Estimate
150,000 - 200,000 USD
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Description
- Adolph Gottlieb
- Vigil
- signed; signed, titled and dated 1945 on the reverse
- oil on canvas
- 36 by 28 in. 91.4 by 71.1 cm.
- Executed in 1945, this work is stamped Adolph & Esther Gottlieb Foundation, Inc. ©1979 on the reverse.
Provenance
Adolph & Esther Gottlieb Foundation, Inc., New York (acquired directly from the artist)
Private Collection, Stockholm
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Exhibited
Stockholm, Heland Wetterling Gallery, Adolph Gottlieb - A Retrospective, February - March 1989, p. 5, illustrated in color
Condition
This work is in fair condition overall. There is scattered craquelure on the surface of the canvas. There is a small area of minute spot losses 11 1/2 inches from the bottom edge and 3 inches from the right edge. Under ultra violet light inspection, there is moderate evidence of inpainting which fluoresces darkly scattered throughout the painting. Framed.
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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.