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Johann Georg Meyer von Bremen
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Johann Georg Meyer von Bremen
- Der häusliche Friede (Homely Peace)
- signed and dated Meyer von Bremen. 1852 lower centre
- oil on canvas
- 107.7 by 86.1cm., 42 by 34in.
Provenance
Acquired by the family of the present owner circa 1950
Literature
Friedrich von Boetticher, Malerwerke des neunzehnten Jahrhunderts, Dresden, 1891-1901, vol. II, p. 39, no. 124
Condition
The canvas has been relined. There are scattered spots of retouchings, notably to the face of the central figure visible under ultraviolet light. Apart from some faint stable craquelure overall and minor frame rubbing to the extreme edges, this work is in good overall condition. Held in a simple giltwood frame.
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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. 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
In this scene of domestic bliss three generations of a family are gathered in the candlelit parlour of their humble abode. Two young siblings have fallen asleep over a bedtime story told by their grandmother. Pausing from her darning, their adoring mother looks on.