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Conrad Wise Chapman (1842-1913)
Estimate
80,000 - 100,000 USD
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Description
- Conrad Wise Chapman
- Vista del Valle de México con Hacienda y Volcán
- signed lower right
- oil on canvas laid down on board
- 26 3/4 by 33 in.
- 68 by 84 cm
- Painted circa 1866-7.
Provenance
Galerías Cristóbal, Mexico City
Private Collection, Mexico
Private Collection, Mexico
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall, taking its age into account. Fine lines of craquelure are present throughout. Under ultraviolet light examination, minor areas of inpainting become apparent in the upper quadrants in the sky, in the central left quadrant, and in the lower right quadrant near the goats.
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
This painting is currently in Mexico. Accordingly, it is offered for sale in New York from the catalogue and will not be available in New York for inspection or delivery. The work will be released to the purchaser in Mexico in compliance with all local requirements. Prospective buyers may contact Sotheby’s representatives in Mexico City and Monterrey for an appointment to view the work.