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Königsbrunn, Hermann, Reichsfreiherr von.
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
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Description
- Three original sketches of Ceylon. 1853
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One pen and ink over pencil and 2 pencil sketches on light brown paper (424 x 376mm.; 197 x 235mm.; 260 x 190mm.), each captioned and signed with initials, the two smaller mounted together, a little light spotting
Condition
Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, where appropriate
"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."
Catalogue Note
Königsbrunn (1823-1907) studied law in Graz and Vienna and took private drawing lessons with Josef Kuwasseg. Realising that art was his passion, he went to Munich in 1848 where he studied with Leopold Rottmann and copied landscapes of Eduard Schleich. In late 1852 he travelled to Ceylon with Ritter von Friedau and the zoologist L.K. Schmarda, staying for ten months. After his return to Graz Königsbrunn intended to publish his drawings in a book, but the work never came to light. The drawings depict: The village of Galle; A view on the banks of Kalu Ganga river; and The jungle at Pupalawa.