- 154
Anonymous, (19th century)
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Anonymous, (19th century)
- A Pair of Brazilian Landscapes: A View of Lapa and A View of the Bay of Rio
- oil on paper laid down on canvas
- each 19 3/8 by 21 1/2 in.
- 49 by 54.6 cm
Provenance
Private Collection, Portugal
Condition
Both of these pictures seem to be unrestored. The cracking to both paintings is extremely noticeable. The only way to improve or eliminate the cracking is to line the canvases. If the canvases were lined, the current strainers would no longer be effective. The paintings look dirty, but although it seems that they will clean easily, it may be that the dirt layer has been intentionally applied to provide a patina of age. Given that the charm and original feeling of these pictures would be greatly altered by lining and cleaning, neither process is recommended. (This condition report has been provided courtesy of Simon Parkes Art Conservation, Inc.)
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.