- 100
Johannes Bronckhorst
Estimate
5,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Johannes Bronckhorst
- Two exotic birds perched on a branch: A Java sparrow with a Lesser Weaver
- Watercolour and gouache with traces of black chalk on vellum within brown ink framing lines
Provenance
Sale, London, Sotheby's, 8 July 2004, lot 90
Condition
The sheet is not laid down. The medium remains fresh and the colours vibrant. There are slight undulations in the vellum. There is a small area by the left margin towards the upper part of the sheet where there is an abrasion and where it is noticeable that the vellum is thinner.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
We are grateful to both Sam Segal and Kees Roselaar of the University of Amsterdam for their help with the identification of these birds.