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Alfred Aaron Wolmark
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 GBP
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Description
- Alfred Aaron Wolmark
- in the synagogue
- signed with monogram and dated 06. l.l.
- oil on canvas
- 106.5 by 88cm., 42 by 34½in.
Provenance
Fine Art Society, Glasgow, where bought by the present owners in 1982
Exhibited
Glasgow, Fine Art Society, Jewish Art in Britain, 1900-1950, June 1982;
London, Ben Uri Gallery, Rediscovering Wolmark: A Pioneer of British Modernism, 2004, with tour to Ferens Art Gallery, Hull, 2005, no.14.
London, Ben Uri Gallery, Rediscovering Wolmark: A Pioneer of British Modernism, 2004, with tour to Ferens Art Gallery, Hull, 2005, no.14.
Condition
STRUCTURE
The canvas has been relined. There are a few faint areas of craquelure in the upper left and right corners, visible only upon close inspection; otherwise the work appears in good overall condition.
ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT
UV light reveals scattered flecks of retouching across the canvas, particularly to the seated figure's dark robes, these have been well executed.
FRAME
Held in a dark stained wood frame.
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"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."