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Franz Moormans 1831 or 1832-1883
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Franz Moormans
- The courtship
- signed Frans Moormans and dated 1867 lower right
- oil on canvas laid down on panel
- 18 1/4 by 22 1/4 in.
- 46.5 by 56.5 cm.
Condition
Canvas laid down on panel. The surface is thin and very flat. Dark varnish. Under UV light: a large area of inpainting on the dark wall at upper left quadrant; inpainting in the doorway at right; light touch-ups on the hair of both figures.
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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.