Lot 22
  • 22

Charles Daubigny

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description

  • Charles Daubigny
  • Bords du fleuve
  • signed and dated Daubigny 1873 lower right
  • oil on panel
  • 23 by 44.5cm., 9 by 17½in.

Provenance

Sale: Galerie Weber, Berlin, 28 February 1928, lot 78
Galerie Aktuaryus, Zurich
Emil Bührle (purchased from the above on 8 February 1937)
Dr Dieter Bührle, Zurich
Private collection, Switzerland

Literature

Robert & Anne Hellebranth, Charles-François Daubigny (Supplément), 1996, p. 69, no. 180, catalogued and illustrated

Condition

The panel is flat, even and ensuring a stable support. Ultraviolet light reveals scattered small spots of green fluorescence which would appear to relate to the old varnish layers rather than corresponding to retouching, of which the only notable signs appear to be two small spots below the signature. The painting is in good condition, and its appearance could be further enhanced with a light surface clean. Presented in a decorative gilt frame.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."