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Germain Fabius Brest
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Germain Fabius Brest
- On the Shores of the Bosphorus
- signed Fabius Brest lower right
- oil on board
- 21.3 by 37.5cm., 8½ by 14¾in.
Provenance
Sale: Christie's, London, 14 June 2006, lot 22
Purchased at the above sale by the present owner
Condition
Apart from some wear and pinholes to each corner, the board is in good condition, flat and even. There are scattered flecks of retouching visible under ultraviolet light, under an uneven varnish. Apart from some paint and surface losses scattered along the edges of the board, and some light surface dirt and yellowing of the varnish, this work is in good condition, with a strong surface and rich colours. Held in a decorative, gold-painted moulded plaster and wood frame with a green velvet accent and a name plate.
"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."
"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."