Lot 105
  • 105

Conrad Wise Chapman (1842-1913)

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • Conrad Wise Chapman
  • Two Works: Roses and Irises and Bundles of Wheat
  • signed and dated Mexico December 12, 1907 lower right; signed and dated 16 Oct. 1896 lower right
  • oil on heavy paper; oil on cardboard
  • 13 3/4 by 9 7/8 in.; 21 1/2 by 16 3/4 in.
  • 35 by 25 cm; 54.7 by 42.5 cm

Provenance

Northeast Auctions, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, Important American Furniture, Paintings and Decorations; Early Mexican Talavera Ware; Works from the Studios of John Gadsby Chapman and Conrad Wise Chapman, April 3, 2005, illustrated in color (Roses and Irises)
Estate of the Artist (Bundles of Wheat)
Valentine Richmond History Center, Richmond (Bundles of Wheat)
Sale: Northeast Auctions, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, Important American Furniture, Paintings and Decorations; Early Mexican Talavera Ware; Works from the Studios of John Gadsby Chapman and Conrad Wise Chapman, April 3, 2005, lot 1636, illustrated in color (Bundles of Wheat)
Acquired from above by the previous owner

Condition

Roses and Irises: Foxing is present throughout the paper. The colors are vibrant and the medium appears stable. The paper is hinged to the mat by the upper left and right corners. Faint discoloration is present along the edges of the paper. The inscriptions "Fleur-de Lis & Roses 41.49.571" is present on the reverse. Overall this work is in generally very good condition. Bundles of Wheat: There is bending and loss to all four-corners. Two holes, approximately one-eight of an inch in diameter each, are present on the upper edge; however, this is inherent to the board. There is a random scattering of small, black specks throughout the paper. The colors are vibrant and the medium appears stable. Overall, this work is in generally good condition.
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.
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