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Carlos Schwabe Swiss, 1866-1926
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Carlos Schwabe
- Apple Blossom
signed and dated O. CARLOS SCHWABE 1912 l.r.
oil on canvas
- 100 by 73cm., 39¼ by 28¾in.
Literature
Jean-David Jumeau-Lafond, Carlos Schwabe, Symboliste et Visionnaire, Paris, 1994, pp. 222-223, illustrated
Condition
Original canvas. There are a few strokes of inpainting to the foreground in the lower part of the work visible under ultraviolet light, otherwise overall the paint surface is in very good condition with rich colours throughout. Held in a decorative plaster moulded gilt 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."
"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."
Catalogue Note
The present work is one of a series of three paintings depicting apple orchards that Carlos Schwabe painted in Normandy in 1912 when he was staying at the home of his friend the writer Léon Letellier.