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Robert Bechtle
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Robert Bechtle
- Untitled
- signed with the artist's initials and dated 59; signed on the stretcher
- oil on canvas
- 29 7/8 by 39 5/8 in. 75.9 by 100.6 cm.
Provenance
E.B. Crocker Art Gallery, Sacramento
Private Collection, Sacramento (acquired circa 1965)
Private Collection, Sacramento (by descent from the above)
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Private Collection, Sacramento (acquired circa 1965)
Private Collection, Sacramento (by descent from the above)
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. The canvas is unlined. The surface of the canvas retains a richly impastoed texture. There are a few very minor scattered pigment losses. Upon close inspection there is hairline scattered craquelure, primarily in the upper, background of the composition. There is a small, vertical abrasion noted in the lower left with minor associated pigment loss. Under Ultraviolet light inspection there is no evidence of restoration. Framed.
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.