Lot 185
  • 185

Alexander Creswell

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • Alexander Creswell
  • Interiors of New York: six works
  • each signed Alexander Creswell
  • watercolor
  • the largest: 20 1/2 by 30 1/2 in.
  • 52.1 by 77.5 cm
  • Each executed in either 2000 or 2001

Provenance

Hirschl & Adler Galleries, Inc., New York

Condition

The Frick Collection Fragonard Room: 20 1/2 by 30 1/2 in. The Pierpoint Morgan Library, Mr. Morgan's Library: 20 1/2 by 30 1/2 in. The Frick Collection, Dining Room: 15 1/2 by 22 1/2 in. Rotunda at the Pierre Hotel: 15 1/2 by 22 1/2 in. The Frick Collection, Stair Hall: 22 1/2 by 15 1/2 in. Clock-Tower Apartment: 22 1/2 by 15 1/2 in. All of the works are in excellent condition, not examined out of the frame.
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.

Catalogue Note

The images depict the following celebrated rooms in New York City:  from the Frick Collection, the Fragonard Room, Dining Room and Stair Hall; from the Pierpoint Morgan Library, Mr. Morgan's Library; the Rotunda at the Pierre Hotel and the Clock-Tower Apartment.