- 696
William Savage Cooper
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- William Savage Cooper
- By the River
- signed Savage Cooper and dated 1913 (lower right)
- oil on canvas
- 50 1/2 by 30 in.; 128.3 by 76.2 cm.
Condition
The canvas is unlined and displays very slight undulations and depressions. The surface is in generally good condition aside from some lifting craquelure and associated paint losses in the hat, the bow around the figure's neck, and in the dark blue bands of her skirt. There are 2 visible retouches of approximately 1 inch in diameter in the tree at the top center. Under UV; there is inpainting in the trees, in the dress and in the area to the left of the figure's hands.
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.