EMIL NOLDE | Selbstporträt mit Hat (Self-portrait with Hat)

Walter Bareiss, Greenwich, Connecticut
New Gallery, New York (and sold: Parke-Bernet Galleries, Inc., New York, November 30, 1960, lot 11)
Private Collection, United States (acquired at the above sale)
Thence by descent

The work is executed on cream laid paper. The sheet is T-hinged to a mount along the entirety of its top edge on the verso. There is a one-inch repaired tear in the bottom left corner. There is a two-inch repaired tear in the right half of the bottom edge. The sheet is slightly time stained overall. The top half of the sheet is slightly undulating, likely inherent to the application process of the medium. The work is in good condition.
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.

The authenticity of this work has been confirmed by Dr Manfred Reuther.