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Henryk Siemiradzki
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Henryk Siemiradzki
- Portrait of a Man said to be Walerjan Zawisza Linkowiec
- numbered 104 l.r.; further twice faintly stamped with the artist's signature on the stretcher
- oil on canvas
- 63 by 50cm, 24 3/4 by 19 3/4 in.
Provenance
The artist's estate
Thence by descent to the present owners
Thence by descent to the present owners
Condition
The canvas is original. There is a covering of surface dust and dirt. There are some very minor scattered paint chips throughout the surface, with areas of heavier paint loss near the upper left edge and by the number in the lower right corner. There are three punctures marks in and around the upper left corner. Examination under UV light reveals no apparent signs of restoration. Held in a painted wooden frame. Unexamined out of frame.
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NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."