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Hans Borchardt German, 1865-1917
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- Hans Borchardt
- The Little Pianist
signed, inscribed and dated HANS BORCHARDT / Mnchn. 97 l.r.
oil on canvas
- 42 by 38cm., 16½ by 15in.
Provenance
The Estate of King Ludwig III Wittelsbach of Bavaria (the last King of Bavaria, reigned 1913-18)
Acquired by the uncle of the present owner from the Wittelsbach family in 1942; thence by descent in the family to the present owner
Acquired by the uncle of the present owner from the Wittelsbach family in 1942; thence by descent in the family to the present owner
Exhibited
New York, Metropolitan Museum of Art, Ausstellung deutscher Kunstwerke, 1908-09
Condition
Original canvas. There are a few small scattered cosmetic retouchings visible under ultraviolet light. Some areas of the paint surface fluoresce though this appears to be the artist's original pigment. The paint surface is overall in good condition. Held in a plaster moulded gilt frame.
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"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."