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Aaron Douglas 1899 - 1979
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
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Description
- Aaron Douglas
- A View of Harlem
- signed A. Douglas, l.r.
- oil on canvas
- 22 by 24 in.
- 55.9 by 61 cm.
Provenance
Private Collection, Florida
Condition
Canvas is not lined. SURFACE: in fairly good condition; varnish is very dirty and has yellowed surface--work could use a cleaning; a small puncture with minor loss at upper left (in sky); some scattered craquelure/paint separation; canvas is loose in stretcher and buckles slightly UNDER ULTRA VIOLET: a few small repaints at upper left (aforementioned puncture) and right in sky
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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.
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
Known both as a painter and educator, Douglas was originally from Topeka, Kansas. He came to New York in the 1920s and settled in Harlem where his name became almost synonymous with the Harlem Renaissance.