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Paul Jean Clays
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- Paul Jean Clays
- Boats in a Harbor
signed and dated P.J. Clays, 1873. lower right
oil on canvas
- 29 3/4 by 43 1/2 in.
- 75.6 by 110.5 cm
Provenance
(Possibly) William Astor, New York
Literature
(Possibly) Edward Strahan, The Art Treasures of America, vol. 2, Philadelphia, 1879-80, p. 78
Condition
The work has been relined. The picture surface is in generally good condition aside from some very minor scattered craquelure. Under UV: there are some minor inpaints visible along the right edge and the area around the signature fluoresces bright green, likely because the old varnish was not cleaned from the area. Ready to hang.
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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.
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.