- 741
Fritz Zuber-Bühler
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- Fritz Zuber-Bühler
- My Best Friend
- signed Zuber-Bühler (lower left)
- oil on canvas
- 13 1/4 by 9 3/4 in.; 33.7 by 24.8 cm.
Provenance
Acquired by the grandfather of the present owner in Denver, Colorado, circa 1935.
Condition
The canvas is not lined. The surface is in generally good condition aside for two small dimples of approximately 1/2 inch in diameter in the lower left corner and in the center left side. There is slight unobtrusive paint separation and the varnish appears to have yellowed and darkened over time. Under UV; there are scattered pinpoint retouches on the cat and on the girls' left arm.
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.