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Franz von Defregger
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Franz von Defregger
- Mother's Pride
- signed and dated Defregger / 1911 lower left
- oil on panel
- 44.5 by 34cm., 17½ by 13½in.
Provenance
Herr Becker, Germany (great-grandfather of the present owner); possibly acquired from the artist; thence by descent
Literature
Hans Peter Defregger, Defregger 1835-1921, Rosenheim, 1983, p. 387, illustrated (as Bäuerin mit Kind in der Wiege)
Condition
The panel is flat and even, with two horizontal cradle bars on the reverse. There are some scattered areas of hairline craquelure. Under ultra-violet light the old varnish fluoresces opaquely and evenly, and there are a handful of scattered minor spots of retouching. This work is in good overall condition and its appearance could be further enhanced if desired with a light surface clean.
Presented in a black frame, with gilt ornaments.
"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."