Lot 36
  • 36

Frans Moormans

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 EUR
bidding is closed

Description

  • Frans Moormans
  • the mandolin player
  • signed and dated 1874 l.r.
  • oil on panel

  • 32 by 24 cm.

Condition

The panel is straight and solid. There is a horizontal retouch along the upper edge of approximately 18 cm. Some minor scattere retouches in the tiles left of the chair. Few minor retouches in the face of the boy. The signature lights up under uv-light.
"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."

Catalogue Note

A handwritten inscription on the reverse reads: Je certifie que je suis l'auteur du tableau ci contre. Anvers fev 1874. Frans Moormans