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Sigmund Joseph Menkes
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- Sigmund Joseph Menkes
- Poppies
- Signed Menkes (lower left)
- Oil on canvas
- 26 1/8 by 20 1/4 in.
- 66.5 by 51.5 cm
Provenance
Rudolph Gallery, Woodstock, New York
Acquired from the above in 1952
Acquired from the above in 1952
Condition
Oil on unlined canvas. The picture surface is in generally good condition aside from minor pigment separation, especially in the greens, and some very minor scattered fine horizontal craquelure. Under UV light, the unevenly applied varnish fluoresces and makes it difficult to read the work. In overall good condition.
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.