- 785
Edwaert Collier
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 USD
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Description
- Edwaert Collier
- A Trompe L'Oeil Still Life with letters, a magazine, a notebook, a magnifying glass, scissors, a quill, a letter opener and a tortoise shell comb
- signed and dated, centre left on the notebook: Edwart Collier 1695
- oil on canvas
Provenance
Ronald A. Lee Esq, by 1954
Exhibited
Sheffield, Graves Art Gallery, The Eye Deceived (Trompe l'Oeil), 16 October- 28 November 1954, no. 16.
Literature
F. Davis, "A Page for Collectors: The Eye Deceived", in The Illustrated London News, 30 October 1954, no. 757, reproduced.
Condition
Overall this picture is in very good condition. The canvas has been relined. Visible retouches, under UV, are apparent in the painted wood grains at upper right, though these appear isolated. Additionally, some small scattered retouches are found in the white paper sheet with the artist's signature, though the signature appears untouched. The majority of the painted wood looks to be untouched as well, and the still life elements also appear fresh and undamaged. There is possible repaired frame abrasion in the lower edge. In a carved 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.