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Lot 21
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Vlaho Bukovac

Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 GBP
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Description

  • Vlaho Bukovac
  • A moment's distraction
  • signed and dated Vlaho Bukovac / Praha 1916 lower left
  • oil on canvas
  • 73 by 96cm., 28¾ by 37¾in.

Provenance

Purchased from the artist by the parents of the present owner

Condition

The following condition report has been provided by Hamish Dewar Ltd, 13 & 14 Mason's Yard, London SW1Y 6BU UNCONDITIONAL AND WITHOUT PREJUDICE Structural Condition The canvas is unlined and is providing a secure and stable support on what would appear to be the original keyed wooden stretcher. Paint surface The paint surface has an even varnish layer. Inspection under ultraviolet light shows small retouchings, the most significant of which are on the pale pigments of the open book and on and above the girl's right forearm. There are small scattered retouchings on the flesh tones. Summary The painting therefore appears to be in good and stable condition and no further work is required.
"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."