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Oscar Wilson
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- Oscar Wilson
- the cafe, st. mark's square, venice
- signed and dated l.l.: OSCAR WILSON/.89
oil on canvas
Provenance
Christie's, 29 July 1988, lot 298;
Private collection
Private collection
Condition
STRUCTURE:
This painting is unlined and in excellent original condition with no visible craquelure. The paint surface is clean and there is fine detail throughout. The picture is ready to hang.
UNDER ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT
There are scattered minor retouchings throughout, particularly to the lower left corner. These retouchings appear to be cosmetic and are not visible to the naked eye.
FRAME
This picture is contained in a modern moulded frame and would benefit from being reframed.
"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."