Lot 31
  • 31

Anton Romako

Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description

  • Anton Romako
  • An der Tränke (The Watering place)
  • signed and inscribed A. Romako / Roma lower left
  • oil on canvas
  • 71 by 92cm., 28 by 36¼in.

Provenance

Acquired by the parents of the present owner by the early 1940s

Condition

The canvas has been re-lined. There are scattered areas of retouching visible under ultraviolet light, notably to the sky surrounding the male figure on the left, surrounding the female figure furthest right, and along the extreme upper edge. Apart from scattered fine craquelure and a heavy varnish, this work is in good condition, with rich, bright colours and fine detail, and ready to hang. Held in a decorative, copper-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."

Catalogue Note

To be included in the Romako catalogue raisonné being prepared by Dr Cornelia Reiter.