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David Bomberg
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 GBP
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Description
- David Bomberg
- Self portrait
- signed
- charcoal
- 56 by 42.5cm.; 22 by 16¾in.
Provenance
Bernard Jacobson Gallery, London
Sale, Philips London, 20 March 2001, lot 80, whence purchased by the present owner
Condition
The work is on wove paper which has not been laid down. The sheet undulates slightly across the surface. There are artist's pinholes in all four corners. The edges of the sheet appear slightly stained.
The surface of the sheet is in good overall condition.
Held behind glass in a simple rectilinear 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
Bomberg painted a number of self-portraits during the 1930s. The resultant works, from large scale oils to smaller sketches, convey his outstanding skill both as a draughtsman and as a portraitist.