Lot 38
  • 38

Wlodzimierz Tetmajer

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description

  • Wlodzimierz Tetmajer
  • Orka, Wiosna (Ploughing, Spring)
  • signed with initials SWT lower right
  • oil on canvas
  • 111 by 165.5cm., 43¾ by 65in.

Exhibited

Krakow, Salon Artystów Malarzy Polskich, no. 382

Condition

Original canvas. There are scattered spots of retouching, notably to the sky and upper corners of the canvas, and to a spot of retouched paint loss under the right arm of the male figure on the right. Apart from a few flecks of paint loss near the lower left corner, a spot of grey paint loss to the horse's tail (revealing brown pigment beneath) and scattered craquelure and surface dirt, this work is in good condition, with rich colours and a strong surface. Held in a simple, gold-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."