Lot 162
  • 162

Wayman Adams 1883-1959

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • Wayman Adams
  • Portrait of a Lady
  • signed Wayman Adams and dated 1914, l.l.
  • oil on canvas
  • 38 by 32 in.
  • 96.5 by 81.3 cm.

Condition

Canvas is not lined. SURFACE: in good condition, generally; scattered craquelure throughout on the darks (looks stable); canvas is a bit loose on stretcher--buckles at corners UNDER ULTRA VIOLET: scattered spots of inpainting in the background more or less along the edges; a couple of small repaired tears in background (under 1 1/2 in. long)--one at upper left and one at center right; figure is clean--except for a few small spots of inpaint on her upper lip, chin, right cheek and one on the brim of her hat--and some craquelure fill-in on her jacket
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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