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Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema, O.M., R.A.
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema, O.M., R.A.
- The Roman Architect
- signed Alma-Tadema and inscribed OP CXLII (upper left)
- oil on panel
- 11 1/2 by 8 3/4 in.; 29.2 by 22.2 cm.
Provenance
Collection of William Burges, London, 1874;
Veerhoff Galleries, Washinton, D.C.
Veerhoff Galleries, Washinton, D.C.
Literature
Carel Vosmaer, Lawrence Alma-Tadema, C.J.G. Vosmaer, Alma-Tadema Catalogue Raisonne, Leiden, circa 1885, No. 164 (unpublished);
Helen Zimmern, Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema RA, London, 1902, p. 70 (as "The architect");
Rudolf Dircks, "The Later Works of Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema O.M., R.A., R.W.S.", Art Journal (supplementary monograph), Christmas Issue, London, December 1910, p. 28;
Vern G. Swanson, Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema, The Painter of the Victorian Vision of the Ancient World, London, 1977, p. 137;
Vern G. Swanson, The biography and Catalogue Raisonne of the Paintings of Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema, London, 1990, p.180, no. 180.
Condition
The surface of the work is in overall good condition. There is some very faint craquelure. The signature is a little worn. Under UV; light inpainting in the body.
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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.