- 806
Edouard Frère
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Edouard Frère
- On the Ice
- signed E. Frere (indistinctly, lower left)
- oil on panel
- 14 1/4 by 18 in.; 36.2 by 45.7 cm
Provenance
Haynes Art Gallery, Toronto (according to a label on the reverse)
Private collection, Toronto
Thence by descent to the present owner
Private collection, Toronto
Thence by descent to the present owner
Condition
(Work is framed under glass) SURFACE: in good condition (though it's difficult to see through thick, old glass) UNDER ULTRA VIOLET: a few minor strokes of inpainting at upper right (in sky); strengthening to right shoulder and groin area of boy at left and to the black scarf just around the face of the older girl at center; a couple of tiny repaints to the head of the boy at right
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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.