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Hermann Behmer
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- Hermann Behmer
- Eine Familie in Bethlehem (A Family in Bethlehem)
- signed and dated H BEHMER 1867 BETHLEHEM lower left
- oil on canvas
- 58 by 72.5cm., 22¾ by 28½in.
Condition
The canvas has been relined. There is a pattern of fine craquelure visible under close inspection. Ultraviolet light reveals notably an area of restoration circa 6 by 9cm in the background in the upper centre, a circa 8cm horizontal repair above the heds of the seated group to the left, a small repair in the lower right quadrant in the rug, and some further scattered strokes of retouching.
Held in a simple 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. 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."
"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."