- 835
Charles Baugniet
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Charles Baugniet
- Behind Closed Doors
- signed C. Baugniet (lower right)
- oil on panel
- 23 1/2 by 15 1/2 in.; 59.7 by 39.4 cm
- 59.7 by 39.4 cm
Provenance
Gustave Reichard's Art Room, New York
Private Collection (thence by descent to the present owner)
Private Collection (thence by descent to the present owner)
Condition
Oil on panel. Minor losses at the extreme edges, likely from frame abrasion. An additional small scratch at the center of the left edge. The varnish appears slightly dirty but the surface is in generally good condition. Under UV light, the varnish fluoresces green. There are some small lines of retouching to address craquelure in the bottom of the figures gown, though these appear quite old. In generally good 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.
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.
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.