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Ernst Koerner
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Ernst Koerner
- The Temple of Karnak at Luxor
- signed and dated Ernst Koerner 1923 lower left
- oil on canvas
- 84.5 by 126.5cm., 33¼ by 49¾in.
Provenance
Sale: Christie's, London, 15 June 2005, lot 38
Condition
Original canvas. There are scattered areas of retouching, notably along the lower extreme left edge and to the mountains and near the palm trees ate the lower left. Apart from stretcher marks to the edges and vertically at the centre, and scattered fine craquelure and surface dirt, this work is in good condition, with a rich sense of colour and light. Held in a simple, wide, muted gold-painted moulded plaster and wood frame with a beaded accent.
"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."