Lot 156
  • 156

Jerry Farnsworth 1895-1983

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • Jerry Farnsworth
  • Meditation
  • signed Farnsworth, u.r.
  • oil on canvas
  • 20 by 16 1/4 in.
  • 50.8 by 41.3 cm.

Provenance

The Milch Galleries, New York
Purchased by the present owner at the above, circa 1945

Condition

Canvas is not lined (is loose on stretcher and buckles in several places) SURFACE: in generally good condition; dirty, sloppily applied varnish (several scattered areas of surface are more matte than others--mostly the varnish seems quite shiny) UNDER ULTRA VIOLET: there does not appear to be any inpainting, but there are several spots which fluoresce--these coincide with the more "matte" areas mentioned above--a glaze of some sort perhaps? or just the absence of varnish?
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.
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