- 657
José Frappa
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- José Frappa
- Words of Wisdom
- signed José Frappa (lower right)
- oil on canvas, unframed
- 25 5/8 by 31 7/8 in.; 65.1 by 81 cm.
Provenance
Acquired at an estate sale by the present owner
Condition
Oil on canvas, lined. The surface is in generally good condition aside from a dirty varnish. A spot of paint loss above the signature; another two spots of paint loss with attendant lifting 5 inches above previously noted loss; another 9 1/2 inches from right and 4 1/4 inches from top. Some area of cupping in the upper right quadrant. Under UV light, a few spots of minor retouching, mostly in the garment of the monk. A few spots in the chest and forehead of the cardinal. Some strengthening and a few retouches at upper right in green. Some retouchign in flowers at right and below at bottom of the grass. Unframed.
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.