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Basile de Loose 1809-1885
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Basile de Loose
- Mischievous Boys
signed B. De Loose and dated 1865 center right
- oil on canvas
- 31 7/8 by 26 3/4 in.
- 81 by 66.4 cm.
Provenance
Joseph Gerte, Boston, circa 1920
Albert Gerte, Boston (by descent from the above)
Albert Gerte, Boston (by descent from the above)
Condition
The canvas is not lined. Widely spaced cracquelure due to age. Small dent at center, in one of the boy's pants. Surface is dirty and could benefit from a cleaning.
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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.