- 121
German or Austrian School, circa 1800
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Still life of various flowers including roses, primroses, a lily, hyacinths, and oranges on a stem in a glass vase, with other flowers in a stone urn all resting on a ledge
- oil on canvas
Provenance
With M. Knoedler & Co. Inc., New York;
Ethel Tod Humphreys;
By whose Estate sold, New York, Parke-Bernet Galleries, 10 November 1956, lot 413 (as by Catherine Duchemin);
There purchased by Russell B. Phillips, Montclair, N.J.;
By whose Estate sold, New York, Sotheby Parke-Bernet, 23 November 1977, lot 8 (as by Catherine Duchemin);
There purchased by the present collectors.
Ethel Tod Humphreys;
By whose Estate sold, New York, Parke-Bernet Galleries, 10 November 1956, lot 413 (as by Catherine Duchemin);
There purchased by Russell B. Phillips, Montclair, N.J.;
By whose Estate sold, New York, Sotheby Parke-Bernet, 23 November 1977, lot 8 (as by Catherine Duchemin);
There purchased by the present collectors.
Condition
The picture is relined, and under an uneven, slightly discolored varnish. UV light revealsa few small scattered retouches, however these are quite localized and added mainly for reinforcement. Most are found in the dark negative space between flowers and in the background. A light clean and fresh varnish could benefit the picture but overall it has very few visible retouches and presents a strong image. In a carved gilt wood frame.
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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.