T. Lux Feininger

Estimate

5,000 - 7,000 USD

bidding is closed

Description

T. Lux Feininger
Ships in the Baltic; The Ship Comes Home: Two Works
the first: signed Theodore Lux, titled Ships in the Baltic, inscribed To my old "son-of-a-gun-" Karl 15th apr. 1936, and dated 21st March 1936 (verso)
the second: signed Th. Lux. (lower right) and titled The Ship Comes Home (upper right); signed Th. Lux., titled The Ship Comes Home, inscribed E. Goldberger, and dated Dec. 1935 (verso)
both watercolor and charcoal on paper, unframed
the first: 11 by 18 1/2 inches (28 by 47 cm)
the second: 13 1/4 by 18 3/4 inches (33.7 by 47.6 cm)

Provenance

Karl Nierendorf (acquired directly from the artist)
Purchased from the estate of the above by the present owner

Condition

first: In generally good condition aside from deckled edges, pinholes at corners, a small dog ear to the lower right corner, and faint handling creases to the right edge. second: In generally good condition aside from deckled edges, pinholes to corners, a 1/2 inch tear to the left edge, a 1/2 inch tear to upper right corner, and overall soft handling creases.
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.