- 693
Charles Hunt
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Charles Hunt
- Donkey and Dealer
- signed C. HUNT. and dated 1876 (lower left)
- oil on canvas
- 15 3/4 by 23 7/8 in.; 40 by 60.5 cm.
Provenance
Private Collection, New York
Thence by descent
Thence by descent
Condition
Oil on canvas with a hard lining. The picture surface is flattened but in generally good condition. Under UV light, the varnish is streaky and fluoresces green. A few small spots of inpaint are visible over this varnish, visible in the wall in the upper right quadrant and along the bottom edge.
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.