Lot 217
  • 217

Conrad Westpfahl

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

  • Conrad Westpfahl
  • Villa Massimo, Rom
  • signed, titled and dated I/61
  • watercolour, ink and coloured crayon on paper
  • 49.5 by 64.5cm.; 19 1/2 by 25 3/8 in.

Condition

Colours: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the paper tends more towards a light cream in the original. Condition: This work is in good condition. Executed on cream wove paper and securely hinged to the backing board in several places on the reverse. There is wear to the top and bottom extreme edges. There is a minute puncture towards the top left corner tip. There is a vertical crease approximately 2cm. long at the extreme top edge towards the top right corner. There are spots of discolouration throughout the sheet. There is a vertical coloured rub mark at the bottom right corner tip and a further rub mark towards the top right corner.
"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."