Lot 196
  • 196

Rockwell Kent 1882-1971

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • Rockwell Kent
  • The Pier, Monhegan Island, Maine
  • signed Rockwell Kent and dated Monhegan Island, Maine/ circa 1914 on the reverse
  • oil on board
  • 10 by 12 in.
  • 25.4 by 30.5 cm.

Provenance

Mary Kelsey, Monhegan Island, Maine (acquired as a gift directly from the artist)
By descent from the above to the present owner

Condition

SURFACE: in original condition; dirty surface--needs cleaning; several scattered losses, mostly on right side of picture--in sky and all along right side in water; a diagonal crack through pigment (not through entire board) starts at lower edge and goes up/right about 5 1/2 in.; edges of board are quite worn
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.