- 67
William Nelson Copley
Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 USD
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Description
- William Nelson Copley
- As the Sages of the Ages in Their Pages Have Declared. (from 'The Songof Campfire')
- signed and dated 67; titled on the reverse
- oil on canvas
- 58 by 45 1/4 in. 147.3 by 114.9 cm.
Provenance
Alexander Iolas, New York
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Exhibited
New York, Alexander Iolas Gallery, Homage to Robert W. Service, 1967, n.p., illustrated
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. The canvas is unlined. Under close inspection there is a fine linear abrasion in the upper left near the edge and at the upper center of the composition. Under Ultraviolet light inspection, there are a few minor points along the lower 1/4 of the composition that fluoresce darkly. Framed.
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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.