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Nicholas Alden Brooks 1840-1904
Estimate
18,000 - 25,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Nicholas Alden Brooks
- Still Life with Books, Clarinet and Music
- signed N.A. Brooks and dated N.Y. 1896, l.l.
- oil on canvas
- 14 by 18 in.
- 35.6 by 45.7 cm.
Provenance
Alexander Gallery, New York
Acquired from the above by the present owner, 1982
Acquired from the above by the present owner, 1982
Condition
Canvas is lined. SURFACE: in good condition, generally UNDER ULTRA VIOLET: a small area of inpainting next to vase at right (can see with naked eye); otherwise, very difficult to see through dark pigments and old varnish
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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.