Lot 108
  • 108

Charles Oppenheimer R.S.A., R.S.W.

Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 GBP
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Description

  • Charles Oppenheimer R.S.A., R.S.W.
  • The Piazzetta Venice
  • signed l.r.: CHARLES OPPENHEIMER.
  • oil on canvas
  • 56 by 76 cm.; 22 by 30 in.

Condition

The canvas has been relined. There are minor traces of craquelure to the sea and sky, and a few tiny specs of staining to the doge's palace, upper right. Ultraviolet reveals a few scattered flecks of infilling to the doge's palace, to the sky, to the building, lower left, and in the sea, lower right; these are cosmtic andhave been carefully executed. Held in a plaster gilt frame in fair condition. Please telephone the department on 020 7293 6132 if you have any questions regarding the present work.
"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.
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