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Lot 120
  • 120

L. Urbán

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description

  • L. Urbán
  • An eastern market
  • signed and dated L. Urbán. 894 lower right
  • oil on canvas
  • 100.3 by 73.8cm., 39½ by 29in.

Condition

The canvas has not been lined. Ultraviolet light reveals some scattered small spots of retouching, notably in the back and knees of the seated man smoking a pipe, a thin stroke in the architecture in the upper centre addressing a scratch, and a circa 1.5 by 2.5cm area in the canopy in the upper left, however these are very minor given the overall size of the work. Overall the work is in very good condition and is ready to hang.Held in an elaborate gilt frame. The colours in the catalogue illustration are overall accurate.
"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."