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William Louis Sonntag 1822-1900
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- William Louis Sonntag
- Night in the Forest
- signed W.L. Sonntag and dated 1859 on the reverse
- oil on canvas, unframed
- 12 by 10 in.
- 30.5 by 25.4 cm.
Provenance
Mr. and Mrs. John W. Thompson, Lebanon, Ohio (received as a wedding gift, circa 1860)
By descent in the family to the present owner
Condition
Canvas is strip-lined. SURFACE: in generally good condition; craquelure with stretcher marks UNDER ULTRA VIOLET: scattered spots of foxing
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.