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Reuven Rubin
Estimate
100,000 - 150,000 USD
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Description
- Reuven Rubin
- Harvest Time in Galilee
- signed Rubin and signed in Hebrew (lower center); signed Rubin, dated 1968/69, titled and inscribed Made In Israel (on the stretcher)
- oil on canvas
- 28 7/8 by 36 1/4 in.
- 73.3 by 92.1 cm.
- Painted in 1968/69.
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist
Dr and Mrs Arthur First, Philadelphia
Thence by descent to the present owner
Dr and Mrs Arthur First, Philadelphia
Thence by descent to the present owner
Condition
In excellent condition. Canvas is unlined. There are slight frame abrasions along the upper edge. Under ultraviolet light some pigments are still active and fluoresce.
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.
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.
Catalogue Note
A copy of a letter from the artist dated April 14, 1969 to Dr. Arthur First accompanies the lot.