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František Drtikol
Estimate
1,200 - 1,800 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- František Drtikol
- Nude in Water (Akt ve vodě)
- signed and dated Drtikol 1942 lower left; signed with initial and dated 19/10/1942 and initial on the reverse
- oil on panel
- 29 by 40.5cm., 11½ by 16in.
Provenance
Galerie Peithner-Lichtenfels and Čubrda, Prague
Purchased from the above on 24 May 1999
Purchased from the above on 24 May 1999
Condition
The panel flat and even and ensuring a stable support. Under ultraviolet light some of the pigments, notably the deep blues, appear to fluoresce, but these appear to the artists original pigments and there are no clearly visibly signs of retouching. This work is in good original condition and ready to hang.
"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."
"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."