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Harry Roseland 1867-1950
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- Harry Roseland
- The Fortune Teller
- signed Harry Roseland, dated '04 and inscribed Copyright 1904 - by Harry Roseland
- oil on canvas
- 24 by 34 in.
- 60.9 by 86.3 cm.
Provenance
Steppingstone Gallery, New York
Acquired by the present owner from the above, 1986
Acquired by the present owner from the above, 1986
Condition
Canvas is lined. SURFACE: while relining has compressed surface, retention of details and colors is generally good--canvas weave shows through on older woman's left arm and her face UNDER ULTRA VIOLET: a large area of inpainting, roughly in the shape of a "C"--"cradles" the older woman's back--from the ground up to her upper back (repaired tear, perhaps?); a small repaint at younger woman's left elbow and just to the right and above her head
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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.