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Louis Benton Akin 1868-1913
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- Louis Benton Akin
- Iceberg Lake--Mountains
- signed Louis Akin and dated Glacier Park 1910, l.l.; signed and titled on an old exhibition label affixed to the reverse
- oil on canvas
- 30 1/4 by 36 1/4 in.
- 76.8 by 92.1 cm.
Exhibited
Philadelphia, The Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts, One Hundred and Sixth Annual Exhibition, 1911
Condition
Canvas is not lined (a small patch on the reverse) SURFACE: in good condition, generally; stretcher marks; could use a light cleaning UNDER ULTRA VIOLET: a small restoration at upper right (at the inner/left edge of the precipice at right), about 1 1/2 in. long (can see with naked eye if one looks closely)--directly in front of the aforementioned patch
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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.