Lot 136
  • 136

Salvatore Frangiamore

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Salvatore Frangiamore
  • The Choir
  • signed and inscribed S. Frangiamore/Roma lower right
  • oil on canvas
  • 49.5 by 62cm., 19½ by 24½in.

Provenance

Sale: Dorotheum, Vienna, 10 June 1980, lot 45
Purchased at the above sale by the father of the present owner

Condition

The canvas has been relined. Ultra-violet light reveals notably numerous strokes of strengthening to the choirmaster and some spots in the nun to the right of her, and some strokes in the floor below the singers and in the lower left corner. Presented in a decorative frame.
"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."