Lot 153
  • 153

Michael Zeno Diemer

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • Michael Zeno Diemer
  • Segelboote vor dem Ätna (Sailing boats before Mount Etna)
  • signed M. Zeno Diemer lower right; inscribed Felsen bei Aetna on the stretcher

  • oil on canvas
  • 59 by 83cm., 23½ by 32¾in.

Condition

STRUCTURE The canvas is original. There are two small patches to the canvas lower left. PAINT SURFACE The paint surface is generally sound, but there are traces of dirt in the sky and light stretcher marks to the left, right and upper edges. Also flecks of paint loss to the lower left corner. ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT UV Light reveals retouching in the lower right corner corresponding with the repairs on the reverse. A few further patches in the sky, to stretcher marks and frame abrasions in the upper right hand corner. FRAME Held in a period canvas and gilt frame, in good condition.
"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.
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