Lot 525
  • 525

Georges Washington

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description

  • Georges Washington
  • The Sheik
  • signed G. Washington (lower right)
  • oil on canvas
  • 24 by 20 in.; 61 by 50.8 cm.

Provenance

Christie's East, New York, February 26, 1997, lot 389;
Acquired from the above sale by the present owner.

Condition

The canvas is not lined. The surface of the work is in overall good condition. There is obvious craquelure throughout the work. Left vertical tacking edge beginning to separate. Two horizontal stretcher bar marks. Slightly dirty. Under UV; a few lines of inpainting in the tree on the right.
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.