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Karl Böker b. 1836
Estimate
8,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
- Karl Böker
- At the museum
- signed C. Böker and dated 1871 (lower right)
- oil on canvas
- 32 by 23 1/2 in.
- 81.4 by 60 cm.
Condition
Lined canvas. The surface is very flat and thin on the figures and with craquelure in the lower half of the canvas; some pigment separation in the upper half. Under UV light: a few retouches on and around the sculpture and on the girl's hair; larger areas of inpainting at lower left on the chair; scattered retouching in the right half.
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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.