Lot 60
  • 60

Albert Bierstadt

Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
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Description

  • Albert Bierstadt
  • Evening in the Mountains
  • signed ABierstadt and dated 1888 (lower left)
  • oil on canvas
  • 16 by 20 inches
  • (40.7 by 50.8 cm0

Provenance

Private Collection, New York (since 1929)
Acquired from the above by the present owner, 2014

Condition

Canvas is lined (old lining) SURFACE: in good condition UNDER ULTRA VIOLET: an old repaired tear (shaped like an "L" on its side; about 1/2 by 1 in.) at lower right; a few scattered retouches in sky at upper right and a couple of small retouches at lower center; looks like restoration was done many years ago
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.
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