Wilhelm Steinfeld

Cinclare Plantation, Brusly, Louisiana (acquired by the parents of the present owner of the plantation on their European grand tour circa 1930)

i.) Original canvas. There are a few minor flecks of retouching visible under ultraviolet light, at the lower centre. There is some discolouration of the varnish, stretcher marks to the edges of the canvas and scattered fine surface dirt and craquelure. Held in a decorative, gold-painted moulded plaster and wood frame. ii.) Original canvas. There are a few minor flecks of retouching visible under ultraviolet light, at the lower left. There is some discolouration of the varnish, stretcher marks to the edges of the canvas, light frame rubbing along the lower edge and upper left corner, a light scratch to the centre of the right side and scattered fine surface dirt and craquelure. Held in a decorative, gold-painted moulded plaster and wood frame.
"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."