- 598
Edouard Frederic Wilhelm Richter
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Edouard Frederic Wilhelm Richter
- Vestal Virgins
- signed E. Richter and dated Paris 1880 (lower left)
- oil on canvas
- 33 7/8 by 41 1/2 in.; 86 by 105.4 cm.
Provenance
Art Gallery of Toronto, June 1952
Acquired from the above by the grandfather of the present owner
Gifted to the parents of the present owner circa 1958
Thence by descent
Acquired from the above by the grandfather of the present owner
Gifted to the parents of the present owner circa 1958
Thence by descent
Condition
Oil on canvas, lined. The original edge is visible along the top edge in the current framing. Minor frame abrasion at the right, left and lower edges. Small dent below the leftmost figure's feet with accompanying loss. A few small specks of white house paint in the lower left corner. Another small loss in the flower bouquet at lower center. Arcing scratch with minor associated loss approximately 8 inches long above the heads of the vestal virgins. Stable web of fine craquelure. Dirty yellowed varnish. Under UV light, thick green fluorescing varnish. Small areas of fluorescence, potentially to address abrasion, in the stairs at right.
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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.