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Boris Schatz
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- Boris Schatz
- Self-Portrait
- signed in Hebrew with the artist's device (lower right)
- oil on panel, in an inscribed Bezalel-designed metal and wood frame
- panel: 16 by 10 1/2 in.; 40.6 by 26.7 cm
- frame: 23 3/4 by 13 3/4 in.; 60.3 by 35 cm
Provenance
Condition
Oil on plywood. Surface: In generally good condition aside from faint scattered craquelure and a discolored varnish. UNDER UV: A few scattered dots and dashes of inpainting.
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.
Catalogue Note
Romie and Blanche Shapiro founded the Friends of Bezalel Academy of Arts & Design, Jerusalem in 1977. Romie was President, Chairman and Chairman Emeritus and Blanche was an esteemed Member of its Board of Directors. The Blanche and Romie Shapiro Department of Fine Arts of the Bezalel Academy is an enduring tribute and legacy to an extraordinary couple. Blanche and Romie, who were married for 80 years, were ardent philanthropists, patrons of the arts, and supporters of Jewish education.