Lot 387
  • 387

Carl Spitzweg

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description

  • Carl Spitzweg
  • Still life with a jellyjar, a carafe and a bottle of wine
  • Stamped on reverse S Spitzweg and numbered 34
  • oil on board

Literature

S. Wichmann, Carl Spitzweg, Verzeichnis der Werke, Stuttgart, 2002, p. 176, no. 228, illustrated.

Condition

The following condition report has been provided by Simon Parkes of Simon Parkes Art Conservation, Inc. 502 East 74th St. New York, NY 212-734-3920, simonparkes@msn.com , an independent restorer who is not an employee of Sotheby's. Although not examined out of its frame, this painting on card appears to be in beautiful condition. It has been fairly recently cleaned and varnished and there do not appear to be any restorations. This picture should be hung as is.
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.