- 593
Paul Rudolf Linke
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- Paul Rudolf Linke
- The South Gate, Karnak
- signed P. Linke and dated II 89 Karnak (lower left)
- oil on canvas
- 17 3/4 by 12 5/8 in.; 45 by 32 cm.
Condition
Oil on canvas, unlined. The canvas is slack on the stretcher and there is some pulling and bumping at the corners. Stretcher bar marks are visible. Frame abrasions at the extreme edges. A fine web of stable craquelure over the entire surface with a few minute spots of loss in the sky. Under UV light, there is inpainting along the upper right edge and the left edge; dots and dashes of inpainting scattered throughout the sky; and an area of inpainting in the sky to the right of the monument.
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.